Meaning & Definition of word "Feel"

Feel

/fiːl/

noun:

  • 1. an emotional state or reaction.
    • Example: She had a strong feel for the music.
  • 2. a sensation experienced through the sense of touch.
    • Example: The feel of the silk was luxurious.
  • 3. an intuitive understanding or sense.
    • Example: He had a good feel for the dynamics of the group.

verb:

  • 1. to perceive or experience a sensation in a specified way.
    • Example: I feel cold in this room.
  • 2. to have a particular emotion or a sense of well-being.
    • Example: She feels happy about her promotion.
  • 3. to have an impression or belief about something.
    • Example: I feel that we should start the project sooner.
  • 4. to touch or grasp something in order to sense it.
    • Example: He felt the rough texture of the fabric.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'fellan', related to the Proto-Germanic 'falōną'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

feel good:

to have a pleasant or positive emotional state.

feel the burn:

to experience a strong sensation of discomfort or pain, often in reference to exercise.

feel at home:

to feel comfortable or relaxed in a new environment.

feel under the weather:

to feel ill or unwell.

Related Words

feeling:

an emotional state or reaction.

feelings:

emotions associated with personal experiences.

sensation:

a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body.

Slang Meanings of feel

Meaning: to understand or empathize with someone's emotions.

Example Sentence: I really feel you on that one.

Meaning: to have a strong intuition or instinct about something.

Example Sentence: I feel like something good is going to happen.