feel

[fiหl]

feel Definition

  • 1to experience an emotion or sensation
  • 2to have a belief or opinion
  • 3to touch or perceive something through the sense of touch

Using feel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "feel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I feel happy today.

  • Example

    She felt a sharp pain in her arm.

  • Example

    I feel that this is the right decision.

  • Example

    He feels the texture of the fabric.

feel Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using feel

  • catch someone's feel

    to understand or empathize with someone's perspective or feelings

    Example

    I'm glad you caught my feel on this issue.

  • to become familiar with something, especially through practice or experience

    Example

    It took me a while to get the feel of driving a manual car.

  • to have a natural talent or ability for something

    Example

    She has a real feel for music and can play multiple instruments.

Phrases with feel

  • to have sympathy or understanding for someone

    Example

    I really feel for you and what you're going through.

  • to be encouraged to do something without hesitation or reservation

    Example

    Feel free to ask me any questions you may have.

  • to feel capable or willing to do something

    Example

    I don't think I feel up to going out tonight.

Origins of feel

from Old English 'felan', meaning 'to touch or have a sensory experience'

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Summary: feel in Brief

The verb 'feel' [fiหl] refers to experiencing emotions or sensations, having beliefs or opinions, or perceiving through touch. It can be used in phrases like 'feel for someone,' expressing sympathy, or 'feel free,' encouraging action. Idioms like 'catch someone's feel' denote understanding, and 'have a feel for something' implies natural talent.

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