sense
Translation
sense, meaning, judgment, feeling
Examples
Dogs have a keen sense of smell.
Dogs have a keen sense of smell.
He has a good sense of humor.
He has a good sense of humour.
That doesn't make any sense.
That doesn't make any sense.
Grammar Patterns
a sense of ((sth.)) a feeling about (sth.) She has a great sense of style.
make sense to be logical or understandable This plan doesn't make any sense.
Similar Words
Synonyms: feeling, perception, meaning, judgment; Antonyms: nonsense
Etymology
From Latin 'sensus' meaning 'perception, feeling, meaning'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'five senses' (sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch) to remember the primary meaning.