Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intuition

noun

/ˌɪn.tuˈɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.

Examples

She knew it was going to rain without checking the forecast; it was just her intuition.
His intuition told him to be cautious in the new situation.
Many decisions are made based on intuition rather than analytical thinking.

Meaning

Intuition refers to the knowledge or understanding that comes to you instinctively, often based on feelings or experience rather than deliberate thought.