sense

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. the ability to think clearly and make good decisions.

n. sound practical or moral judgment; the capacity for rational thought.

Español:sentido

“It makes sense to bring an umbrella if the sky looks grey.”

“Common sense dictates that we should verify the credentials of the contractor before signing a long-term agreement.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. the specific meaning of a word or a phrase.

n. the particular meaning or significance of a word, expression, or passage.

日本語:意味※

Español:sentido

“In this sentence, the word 'bank' is used in the sense of a river edge.”

“The poet uses the word in a highly metaphorical sense, challenging the reader to look beyond the literal definition.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a general feeling or awareness about a situation.

n. a vague or intuitive awareness; a general impression or feeling.

Español:sensación

“I had a sense that someone was watching me in the crowded station.”

“There was a growing sense of urgency among the staff as the deadline for the project approached.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Mathematics Technical

n. the direction of a line or the way something rotates.

n. one of two opposite directions in which a vector may point or a rotation may occur.

“The wheels were spinning in a clockwise sense.”

“The vector maintains the same magnitude but changes its sense when multiplied by a negative scalar.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to feel or notice something without being told.

v. to perceive or become aware of something through the senses or intuition.

“Cats can often sense a storm coming before the rain starts.”

“The sophisticated equipment can sense even the slightest vibrations in the earth's crust.”