Sense Definition
sense
noun
- a general conscious awareness; "a sense of security"; "a sense of happiness"; "a sense of danger"; "a sense of self"
- the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted; "the dictionary gave several senses for the word"; "in the best sense charity is really a duty"; "the signifier is linked to the signified"
- the faculty through which the external world is apprehended; "in the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing"
- sound practical judgment; "Common sense is not so common"; "he hasn't got the sense God gave little green apples"; "fortunately she had the good sense to run away"
- a natural appreciation or ability; "a keen musical sense"; "a good sense of timing"
verb
- perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles; "He felt the wind"; "She felt an object brushing her arm"; "He felt his flesh crawl"; "She felt the heat when she got out of the car"
- detect some circumstance or entity automatically; "This robot can sense the presence of people in the room"; "particle detectors sense ionization"
- become aware of not through the senses but instinctively; "I sense his hostility"; "i smell trouble"; "smell out corruption"
- comprehend; "I sensed the real meaning of his letter"
"Sense" in song lyrics
See how sense is used in real songs:
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"No sense"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — Beautiful Mind -
"You never thought that a gangsta could talk sense"
3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood -
"Now as I think back it doesn't make sense"
The 49ers — Mesmerized
Words that rhyme with sense
Usage tips for "sense"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sense" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sense to find words that pair well.