intuition
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
"This DNA match was the confirmation that all our intuition was right."
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
It’s a mixture of intuition, understanding and research.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
For decades, both scientific theories and everyday intuition have tended to describe decision-making as a sequence.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026
"But no one knows for sure what will happen or not. You just rely on your intuition and survival instinct," the 34-year-old said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
The idea that IQ has a threshold, I realize, goes against our intuition.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
While these intuitions are attempting to insert women into the male-dominated picture of the Viking age, descriptions of women’s lives and their social or cultural influence tend to be limited.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026
"I think I understand more about why that wasn't done -- obviously gratefully -- but that is an area where my intuitions were just off."
From Barron's ● May 27, 2026
She was arguably the least influenced of the three, yet the moral intuitions of writers seem to be that she most betrayed the craft.
From Slate ● Apr. 17, 2026
We trust our intuitions when we should rely on rational calculation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 15, 2025
It is in the abrupt, unaccountable aggregation of random notions, intuitions, known in science as good ideas, that the high points are made.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
Vocabulary lists containing intuition
Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 3
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
ACT Vocabulary List
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
