Search
to feel
01
to experience a particular emotion
Linking Verb: to feel [adj]
Example
His kindness and support made her feel loved and valued.
1.1
to give one a certain impression or sensation
Linking Verb: to feel [adj]
Example
Something about his story feels off, but I ca n't quite put my finger on it.
You need to buy a car that feels reliable and safe.
1.2
to experience the results or effects that a particular thing has
Transitive: to feel results or effects of something
Example
He was feeling the pressure to finish the project on time.
They were okay after the long hike, but they 'll feel it in their legs the next day.
Can you feel the excitement building up for the upcoming event?
02
to be aware of something or someone through touching or being touched
Transitive: to feel sth
Example
I ca n't feel my toes because they 're numb from the cold.
2.1
to examine or search for a particular thing by touching with one's hands, feet, etc.
Transitive: to feel sth
Example
Can you feel the scratch on the surface of the table?
2.2
to have a specific physical feature or quality that is noticeable when touching
Linking Verb: to feel [adj]
Example
The glass feels cold.
The paper feels thin.
The silk feels smooth.
03
to hold a particular opinion or attitude or have a feeling that something might be the case without a justifiable reason
Transitive: to feel that
Intransitive: to feel in a specific manner
Example
She feels that education is the key to success.
She feels that she 's being watched, although there 's no evidence to support it.
They feel that the project is going to be a success, despite the challenges.
Feel
01
an intuitive awareness
02
a characteristic detected through the sense of touch
Example
The smooth feel of the silk scarf was incredibly luxurious.
He enjoyed the cool feel of the marble countertop on a hot day.
The rough feel of the sandpaper was perfect for the woodworking project.
03
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
04
manual stimulation of the genital area for sexual pleasure
Example
His kindness and support made her feel loved and valued.
Nearby Words
