ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Feel

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /fiːl/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Feel is a verb meaning (heading) To use or experience the sense of touch.

Meaning

(heading) To use or experience the sense of touch.

More Meanings

  1. (heading) To sense or think emotionally or judgmentally.
  2. (transitive) To be or become aware of.
  3. (transitive) To experience the consequences of.
  4. (copulative) To seem (through touch or otherwise).
  5. (transitive, US, slang) To understand.
  6. A perception experienced mainly or solely through the sense of touch.
  7. (archaic) The sense of touch.

Example Sentences

Feel my wrath!
Bark has a rough feel.
I don't want you back here, ya feel me?
It looks like wood, but it feels more like plastic.

Word Forms

Synonyms for feel

Depending on context, synonyms include grope, handle, touch, spirit, look, experience.

Antonyms for feel

Common opposites include misfeel.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include sense, spirit, experience, look, flavor, tone.

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