sense

the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted

“the dictionary gave several senses for the word”

perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles

sound practical judgment

“Common sense is not so common”

become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

“I sense his hostility”

the faculty through which the external world is apprehended

“in the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing”

a general conscious awareness

“a sense of security”

a natural appreciation or ability

“a keen musical sense”

comprehend

“I sensed the real meaning of his letter”

detect some circumstance or entity automatically

“This robot can sense the presence of people in the room”