sense
word
Definition
A "sense" is one of the natural abilities to feel or notice things (like sight or smell), or an understanding or meaning of something. It can also mean good judgment.
Usage & Nuances
"Sense" is both a countable noun (the five senses: sight, hearing, etc.) and an uncountable noun (sense of humor, sense of direction). It also means "meaning" (the sense of a word) and "judgment" (common sense). Watch out: "sensible" (showing good sense) is different from "sensitive" (easily affected).
Example Sentences
Humans have five senses: sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.
basic
He has a good sense of humor.
basic
I can't make sense of this message.
basic
Use your common sense and lock the door.
natural
That joke doesn’t make any sense to me.
natural
I have a sense that something is wrong.
natural