Sensing — synonyms, definition

1. sensing (Noun)

2 synonyms

detection perception

2 definitions

sensing (Noun) — The perception that something has occurred or some state exists.

sensing (Noun) — Becoming aware of something via the senses.

2 types of

perception sensory activity

11 types

gander hearing lipreading listening look looking looking at smell smelling taste tasting

2. sensing (Verb)

3 synonyms

feeling smelling smelling out

4 definitions

sensing (Verb) — Perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles. ex. "He sensed the wind"

sensing (Verb) — Detect some circumstance or entity automatically. ex. "This robot can sense the presence of people in the room" ex. "particle detectors sense ionization"

sensing (Verb) — Become aware of not through the senses but instinctively. ex. "I sense his hostility"

sensing (Verb) — Comprehend. ex. "I sensed the real meaning of his letter"

8 types of

comprehending detecting discovering finding noticing observing perceiving understanding