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intuition

/ˌɪntjʊˈɪʃən/noun

The ability to know or understand something instantly, without conscious reasoning.

Example sentence

  • “Her intuition told her something was wrong.”

You act 'on intuition' or trust it. 'Gut feeling' is the informal equivalent.

Related words

intuitiveUnderstood or done naturally, without needing conscious thought.introspectiveInclined to examine your own thoughts and feelings; reflective about yourself.inundateTo flood a place with water, or to overwhelm someone or something with a huge amount.introspectionThe act of looking inward and examining your own thoughts and feelings.invalidateTo make something no longer valid or legally binding, especially a contract or ruling.intrinsicBelonging to the basic nature of a thing; essential and impossible to separate from it.