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feeling

n. C / U
A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈfiɫɪŋ// UK //fˈiːlɪŋ// feel·ing General-service

n. an emotion like happiness, sadness, or anger. It can also mean the physical sensation you get when you touch something.

n. an emotional state or reaction; also refers to the physical sensation of touch or internal bodily awareness.


SIMPLE

I have a good feeling about this new job.

CONTEXTUAL

After walking in the snow for an hour, she lost all feeling in her toes.

COMPLEX

The architect designed the building to evoke a feeling of openness and light, using glass walls to connect the interior with the surrounding gardens.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English felynge, equivalent to feel + -ing.

Usage

Often used with 'that' to express an intuitive belief or suspicion.

Pitfall

I have the feeling of that he is lyingI have a feeling that he is lyingWhen expressing an intuition, 'feeling' is typically used with the indefinite article and followed by a 'that' clause.

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