Verb He felt a sudden pain in his leg. I could feel the warmth of the sun. I felt someone tap my shoulder. Do you feel a draft? She felt the fabric to see if it was wool. Your ribs are bruised, but I don't feel any broken bones. Noun the feel of old leather Although the table is brand-new, it has the look and feel of an antique. He liked the feel of the sun on his face. See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Verb
That's when their ghost stories start to feel more real as the mysterious history of Brightcliffe comes to light. Nick Romano, EW.com, 21 Sep. 2022 Americans are only beginning to feel the full impact of these moves. Matt Grossman, WSJ, 21 Sep. 2022 The collection, ranging from $80 to $380, is genderless, and Pitt wants everyone to feel confident in using it. Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2022 Some people need more time and checks to feel safe. Anna Pulley, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2022 In water-cooler chats, listeners would have discussed Nisha, Asia, Jay — all the real people who came to feel like characters in this captivating whodunnit, and Lee’s name would have been hardly mentioned. Andrea Marks, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2022 Ramsey claimed to feel uneasy and had trouble leaving his room. Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2022 This classic bar towel can make your kitchen or basement bar feel a little more like a homey British pub. Mark Stock, Men's Health, 19 Sep. 2022 But boyhood opens the door and reminds me that there is still more time for the world to feel big and possible. Lil Kalish, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2022
Noun
The photos also have an unrushed, distinctly Californian feel. Rachel Tashjian, Harper's BAZAAR, 7 Sep. 2022 The original cover evokes the living person of Mr. March and the feel of the novel, a mix of melancholy and hope. John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2022 Bold headboards upholstered in funky patterns can add playful accent colors to a room, while wood bedposts can lend a casual, organic feel. Alicia Mies, Good Housekeeping, 1 Sep. 2022 Ketchikan is not the most pleasant-looking city, but the old Creek Street – a former red-light district turned into stores – has a unique architectural feel, built atop a creek. Marc Bona, cleveland, 31 Aug. 2022 Though more expensive than others on our list, especially for an individual tweezer, it was praised for its solid grip, seamless design, lightweight feel, and ease of use. Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 28 Aug. 2022 In this living space, a curvy sofa and round table lend a flowing, organic feel and create a comfortable conversation space. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2022 The musician, whose real name is Sophie Allison, showcased the single with her live band, giving it a lush, intimate feel. Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 24 Aug. 2022 The air will have a moist, tropical feel on Thursday as the dew point rises to the 65 degree to 68 degree level. Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Verb and Noun
Middle English felen, from Old English fēlan; akin to Old High German fuolen to feel, Latin palpare to caress