Feel: meaning, definitions and examples

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feel

[ fiːl ]

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emotion

To experience an emotion or feeling, typically as a result of an external stimulus. It can refer to both physical and emotional sensations.

Synonyms

experience, perceive, sense

Examples of usage

I feel happy today after receiving good news.
She could feel the warmth of the sun on her skin.

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opinion

To have a particular opinion or belief about someone or something.

Synonyms

believe, opine, think

Examples of usage

I feel that we should go in a different direction with this project.
She feels strongly about environmental issues.

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touch

The sensation of touching or being touched by something.

Synonyms

sensation, texture, touch

Examples of usage

The soft feel of velvet against her skin was comforting.
The rough feel of sand under his feet reminded him of the beach.

Translations

Translations of the word "feel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sentir

🇮🇳 महसूस करना

🇩🇪 fühlen

🇮🇩 merasa

🇺🇦 відчувати

🇵🇱 czuć

🇯🇵 感じる (kanjiru)

🇫🇷 ressentir

🇪🇸 sentir

🇹🇷 hissetmek

🇰🇷 느끼다 (neukkida)

🇸🇦 يشعر (yash'ur)

🇨🇿 cítit

🇸🇰 cítiť

🇨🇳 感觉 (gǎnjué)

🇸🇮 čutiti

🇮🇸 finna

🇰🇿 сезіну

🇬🇪 გრძნობა (grznoba)

🇦🇿 hiss etmək

🇲🇽 sentir

Word origin

The word 'feel' originated from Old English 'fēlan', meaning 'to touch, perceive'. Over time, its meaning expanded to include emotional experiences and opinions. The versatility of 'feel' makes it a fundamental word in expressing both physical and emotional sensations.