feel

1 of 2

verb

ˈfēl

felt ˈfelt How to pronounce feel (audio)

; feeling

transitive verb

: to handle or touch in order to examine, test, or explore some quality

She felt the fabric to see if it was wool.

: to perceive by a physical sensation coming from discrete end organs (as of the skin or muscles)

He felt a sudden pain in his leg.

: to undergo passive experience of

continually felt the resentment of his competitors

: to have one's sensibilities markedly affected by

felt the insult deeply

: to ascertain by cautious trial

—usually used with out

feeling out the sentiments of their neighbors on the subject of school improvements

: to be aware of by instinct or inference

feel trouble brewing

: believe, think

say what you really feel

US slang : to understand (someone) : to know how (someone) feels

Yeah, I feel you on that. I fall asleep every time I'm in the car as well.—

Scott Sugarman

When you buckle your chinstrap up, it's with a purpose, dog! Do you feel me?—

Eric Berry

intransitive verb

: to receive or be able to receive a tactile sensation

lost the ability to feel in his fingertips

: to search for something by using the sense of touch

She felt in her purse for her keys.

: to be conscious of an inward impression, state of mind, or physical condition

I feel sick.

: to have a marked sentiment or opinion

feels strongly about it

: seem

it feels like spring today

: to have sympathy or pity

I feel for you

feel

2 of 2

noun

: sensation, feeling

: the sense of touch

: the quality of a thing as imparted through or as if through touch

: typical or peculiar quality or atmosphere

also : an awareness of such a quality or atmosphere

: intuitive knowledge or ability

Example Sentences

Verb He felt a sudden pain in his leg. I could feel the warmth of the sun. I felt someone tap my shoulder. Do you feel a draft? She felt the fabric to see if it was wool. Your ribs are bruised, but I don't feel any broken bones. Noun the feel of old leather Although the table is brand-new, it has the look and feel of an antique. He liked the feel of the sun on his face. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Plushies, figures, and apparel feel more substantial! —

Goldie Chan, Forbes, 6 Feb. 2023 But these entreaties feel like moves in a sick game whose ends are clear only to Hamm. —

Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2023 In contrast, only 15 percent of Democrats and leaners feel that way. —

Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 6 Feb. 2023 But some older activists feel that more can be achieved by working quietly in the corridors of power to give settlers more long-term control over the West Bank, enabling more building in the future. —

Raja Abdulrahim, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2023 Defensemen feel free to roll below the circles to make plays. —

Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 5 Feb. 2023 As the skin warms, a person may feel pain or tingling. —

Marina Pitofsky, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2023 Under this scenario, companies feel compelled to keep boosting wages to attract and keep workers. —

Arkansas Online, 4 Feb. 2023 Sure, there are plenty of anti-theft bags, RFID-blocking wallets, high-tech gadgets that keep your essentials away from prying eyes, but most travelers feel safest when their stuff is on their person. —

Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2023

Noun

Daviess County survived Evansville Day in a 65-60 win that had a seat-squirming feel in a Kentucky boys basketball matchup. —

Indy Star Ai Sports, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Feb. 2023 The mid-century styling and LA views also have a distinctly Houseplant feel. —

Lisa Respers France, CNN, 1 Feb. 2023 This Frank Sinatra and Count Basie standard has a swing feel that's pure magic. —

Elizabeth Berry, Good Housekeeping, 26 Jan. 2023 The brand's Oflex fabric is a soft, stretchy blend of nylon and spandex that has a cotton-like feel and a matte finish. —

Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 26 Jan. 2023 This material has a tacky feel that makes the ball easier to grip, especially when wet. —

Popular Mechanics, 26 Jan. 2023 Gooding & Company’s upcoming Amelia Island auction will have a distinct Italian feel. —

Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Jan. 2023 The gunman’s home, however, lacked any adornment when a reporter visited Monday, and his area of the park had a shabbier feel. —

Mark Berman, Washington Post, 24 Jan. 2023 And, despite having two straps, the dress has an asymmetrical feel with the little bow detail on the right shoulder, giving it a touch of style and flair. —

Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 23 Jan. 2023 See More

Kids Definition

feel

1 of 2 verb

ˈfēl

felt ˈfelt How to pronounce feel (audio)

; feeling

: to sense through direct contact

especially : touch entry 1 sense 1

: to examine or test by touching : handle

: experience entry 2

: to suffer from

: to discover by trying carefully

—often used with out

: to be aware of

feel trouble brewing

: to be conscious of a physical or mental state

feel happy

feel sick

: believe sense 5, think

: to search for something with the fingers

: to seem especially to the touch

feels rough

: to have sympathy or pity

I feel for you

feel

2 of 2 noun

: the sense of touch

: sensation sense 1c, feeling

: the quality of a thing as indicated through touch

: intuitive knowledge or ability

a feel for languages

Medical Definition

feel

1 of 2 verb

ˈfē(ə)l

felt ˈfelt How to pronounce feel (audio)

; feeling

transitive verb

: to handle or touch in order to examine, test, or explore some quality

felt the compress to see if it was wet

: to perceive by a physical sensation coming from discrete end organs (as of the skin or muscles)

intransitive verb

: to receive or be able to receive a tactile sensation

: to search for something by using the sense of touch

feel

2 of 2 noun

: the perception of physical sensations

especially : the sense of touch

: sensation, feeling

feels 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of feel

as in senses

to have a vague awareness of I feel trouble brewing in the town

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

senses
sees
smells
perceives
hears
notices
tastes
realizes
expects
anticipates
learns
discovers
scents
beholds
notes
discerns
observes
ascertains
foresees
supposes
remarks
eyes
assumes
finds out
sights
presumes
distinguishes
suspects
spies
views
regards
speculates
descries
looks (at)
espies
witnesses
surmises
guesses
catches on (to)
divines
foreknows
conjectures

as in touches

to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin feel this blanket and perceive how soft it is

Synonyms & Similar Words

touches
caresses
embraces
grasps
kisses
rubs
holds
grips
hugs
clenches
nuzzles
fondles
fingers
strokes
palpates
lips
nudges
brushes
knocks
pats
shaves
clutches
handles
paws
taps
clasps
hits
grazes
skims
claps
flicks
palms
noses
tips
palps
pounds
whacks
raps
dabs
chucks
clings (to)
tags

as in experiences

to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it with the birth of their first child the couple came to feel true happiness for the first time

Synonyms & Similar Words

experiences
undergoes
has
sees
knows
endures
suffers
tastes
sustains
witnesses
receives
encounters
goes through
passes
accepts
meets
digests
assimilates

as in thinks

to have as an opinion I just feel that we haven't explored all of our options for raising funds

Synonyms & Similar Words

thinks
believes
considers
deems
figures
guesses
supposes
perceives
imagines
holds
conceives
assumes
judges
reckons
allows
accepts
esteems
relies
depends
regards
trusts
presumes
views
presupposes
concludes
infers
surmises
deduces

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

distrusts
suspects
doubts
rejects
mistrusts
questions
discredits
disbelieves

as in looks

to search for something blindly or uncertainly the sudden blackout had us feeling around in the dark for a flashlight

Synonyms & Similar Words

looks
fumbles
reaches
gropes
fishes
scrabbles
grabs
captures
casts about
hunts
snatches
gets
clutches
seizes
grabbles
rakes
nails
nabs
combs
corrals
scours
dredges
rifles
rummages
seeks (out)
ransacks
digs (through)

as in seems

to give the impression of being it felt like a good idea at the time

Synonyms & Similar Words

seems
looks
sounds
appears
acts
makes
pretends
resembles
suggests
comes off (as)
implies
recalls
comes across (as)
insinuates
dissembles
hints

feels

2 of 2

noun

plural of feel

as in feelings

an indefinite physical response to a stimulus the warm feel that fine cashmere gives

Synonyms & Similar Words

feelings
senses
sensations
perceptions
touches
impressions
suggestions
hints

单词	feels
释义	feel 1 of 2 verb ˈfēl felt ˈfelt ; feeling transitive verb 1 a : to handle or touch in order to examine, test, or explore some quality She felt the fabric to see if it was wool. b : to perceive by a physical sensation coming from discrete end organs (as of the skin or muscles) He felt a sudden pain in his leg. 2 a : to undergo passive experience of continually felt the resentment of his competitors b : to have one's sensibilities markedly affected by felt the insult deeply 3 : to ascertain by cautious trial —usually used with out feeling out the sentiments of their neighbors on the subject of school improvements 4 a : to be aware of by instinct or inference feel trouble brewing b : believe, think say what you really feel 5 US slang : to understand (someone) : to know how (someone) feels Yeah, I feel you on that. I fall asleep every time I'm in the car as well.—Scott Sugarman When you buckle your chinstrap up, it's with a purpose, dog! Do you feel me?—Eric Berry intransitive verb 1 a : to receive or be able to receive a tactile sensation lost the ability to feel in his fingertips b : to search for something by using the sense of touch She felt in her purse for her keys. 2 a : to be conscious of an inward impression, state of mind, or physical condition I feel sick. b : to have a marked sentiment or opinion feels strongly about it 3 : seem it feels like spring today 4 : to have sympathy or pity I feel for you feel 2 of 2 noun 1 : sensation, feeling 2 : the sense of touch 3 a : the quality of a thing as imparted through or as if through touch b : typical or peculiar quality or atmosphere also : an awareness of such a quality or atmosphere 4 : intuitive knowledge or ability Phrases feel like : to have an inclination for feel like a walk? Synonyms Verb perceive scent see sense smell taste Noun feeling sensation sense See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb He felt a sudden pain in his leg. I could feel the warmth of the sun. I felt someone tap my shoulder. Do you feel a draft? She felt the fabric to see if it was wool. Your ribs are bruised, but I don't feel any broken bones. Noun the feel of old leather Although the table is brand-new, it has the look and feel of an antique. He liked the feel of the sun on his face. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb Plushies, figures, and apparel feel more substantial! —Goldie Chan, Forbes, 6 Feb. 2023 But these entreaties feel like moves in a sick game whose ends are clear only to Hamm. —Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2023 In contrast, only 15 percent of Democrats and leaners feel that way. —Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 6 Feb. 2023 But some older activists feel that more can be achieved by working quietly in the corridors of power to give settlers more long-term control over the West Bank, enabling more building in the future. —Raja Abdulrahim, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2023 Defensemen feel free to roll below the circles to make plays. —Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 5 Feb. 2023 As the skin warms, a person may feel pain or tingling. —Marina Pitofsky, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2023 Under this scenario, companies feel compelled to keep boosting wages to attract and keep workers. —Arkansas Online, 4 Feb. 2023 Sure, there are plenty of anti-theft bags, RFID-blocking wallets, high-tech gadgets that keep your essentials away from prying eyes, but most travelers feel safest when their stuff is on their person. —Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2023 Noun Daviess County survived Evansville Day in a 65-60 win that had a seat-squirming feel in a Kentucky boys basketball matchup. —Indy Star Ai Sports, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Feb. 2023 The mid-century styling and LA views also have a distinctly Houseplant feel. —Lisa Respers France, CNN, 1 Feb. 2023 This Frank Sinatra and Count Basie standard has a swing feel that's pure magic. —Elizabeth Berry, Good Housekeeping, 26 Jan. 2023 The brand's Oflex fabric is a soft, stretchy blend of nylon and spandex that has a cotton-like feel and a matte finish. —Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 26 Jan. 2023 This material has a tacky feel that makes the ball easier to grip, especially when wet. —Popular Mechanics, 26 Jan. 2023 Gooding & Company’s upcoming Amelia Island auction will have a distinct Italian feel. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Jan. 2023 The gunman’s home, however, lacked any adornment when a reporter visited Monday, and his area of the park had a shabbier feel. —Mark Berman, Washington Post, 24 Jan. 2023 And, despite having two straps, the dress has an asymmetrical feel with the little bow detail on the right shoulder, giving it a touch of style and flair. —Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 23 Jan. 2023 See More Word History Etymology Verb and Noun Middle English felen, from Old English fēlan; akin to Old High German fuolen to feel, Latin palpare to caress First Known Use Verb before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Noun 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing feel cop a feel check/take/feel someone's pulse feel/look like something the cat brought/dragged/drug in feel bad feel compelled feel free feel for feel like feel like oneself feel lousy feel-good feel left out feel no pain feel one's age feel one's best feel one's ears burning feel one's way feel out feel someone's pain feel sick feel sorry for oneself feel strongly feel the heat/cold feel the need know/feel in one's bones look/feel like a million dollars/bucks make someone feel (right) at home feel the pinch feel up feel cruddy by feel feel crummy feel constrained feel one's oats See More cop a feel check/take/feel someone's pulse feel/look like something the cat brought/dragged/drug in feel bad feel compelled feel free feel for feel like feel like oneself feel lousy feel-good feel left out feel no pain feel one's age feel one's best feel one's ears burning feel one's way feel out feel someone's pain feel sick feel sorry for oneself feel strongly feel the heat/cold feel the need know/feel in one's bones look/feel like a million dollars/bucks make someone feel (right) at home feel the pinch feel up feel cruddy by feel feel crummy feel constrained feel one's oats See More Kids Definition feel 1 of 2 verb ˈfēl felt ˈfelt ; feeling 1 a : to sense through direct contact especially : touch entry 1 sense 1 b : to examine or test by touching : handle 2 a : experience entry 2 b : to suffer from 3 : to discover by trying carefully —often used with out 4 a : to be aware of feel trouble brewing b : to be conscious of a physical or mental state feel happy feel sick c : believe sense 5, think 5 : to search for something with the fingers 6 : to seem especially to the touch feels rough 7 : to have sympathy or pity I feel for you feel 2 of 2 noun 1 : the sense of touch 2 : sensation sense 1c, feeling 3 : the quality of a thing as indicated through touch 4 : intuitive knowledge or ability a feel for languages Medical Definition feel 1 of 2 verb ˈfē(ə)l felt ˈfelt ; feeling transitive verb 1 : to handle or touch in order to examine, test, or explore some quality felt the compress to see if it was wet 2 : to perceive by a physical sensation coming from discrete end organs (as of the skin or muscles) intransitive verb 1 : to receive or be able to receive a tactile sensation 2 : to search for something by using the sense of touch feel 2 of 2 noun 1 : the perception of physical sensations especially : the sense of touch 2 : sensation, feeling feels 1 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of feel 1 as in senses to have a vague awareness of I feel trouble brewing in the town Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance senses sees smells perceives hears notices tastes realizes expects anticipates learns discovers scents beholds notes discerns observes ascertains foresees supposes remarks eyes assumes finds out sights presumes distinguishes suspects spies views regards speculates descries looks (at) espies witnesses surmises guesses catches on (to) divines foreknows conjectures 2 as in touches to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin feel this blanket and perceive how soft it is Synonyms & Similar Words touches caresses embraces grasps kisses rubs holds grips hugs clenches nuzzles fondles fingers strokes palpates lips nudges brushes knocks pats shaves clutches handles paws taps clasps hits grazes skims claps flicks palms noses tips palps pounds whacks raps dabs chucks clings (to) tags 3 as in experiences to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it with the birth of their first child the couple came to feel true happiness for the first time Synonyms & Similar Words experiences undergoes has sees knows endures suffers tastes sustains witnesses receives encounters goes through passes accepts meets digests assimilates 4 as in thinks to have as an opinion I just feel that we haven't explored all of our options for raising funds Synonyms & Similar Words thinks believes considers deems figures guesses supposes perceives imagines holds conceives assumes judges reckons allows accepts esteems relies depends regards trusts presumes views presupposes concludes infers surmises deduces Antonyms & Near Antonyms distrusts suspects doubts rejects mistrusts questions discredits disbelieves See More 5 as in looks to search for something blindly or uncertainly the sudden blackout had us feeling around in the dark for a flashlight Synonyms & Similar Words looks fumbles reaches gropes fishes scrabbles grabs captures casts about hunts snatches gets clutches seizes grabbles rakes nails nabs combs corrals scours dredges rifles rummages seeks (out) ransacks digs (through) 6 as in seems to give the impression of being it felt like a good idea at the time Synonyms & Similar Words seems looks sounds appears acts makes pretends resembles suggests comes off (as) implies recalls comes across (as) insinuates dissembles hints feels 2 of 2 noun plural of feel as in feelings an indefinite physical response to a stimulus the warm feel that fine cashmere gives Synonyms & Similar Words feelings senses sensations perceptions touches impressions suggestions hints
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