Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word.
Though it can sense the slightest touch anywhere on the body, the brain itself is insensitive to pain.
a. Intellectualize
b. Reveal
c. Sensualize
d. Feel
e. Seize

Answer 1

Hint: A synonym refers to a word that is similar in meaning to another word. To sense something means to feel something with the aid of one of the sensory organs. Sometimes, your emotions also govern what you sense.

Complete answer:

 Sense is derived from the Latin word ‘sentire’ which means to feel.

Let’s look at its usage:
Example- Martin sensed that something was wrong when no one answered the door. Here, we can see that Martin felt that something was wrong as no one answered the door. Therefore, to sense something is similar to feeling or perceiving something.

Let’s examine the given options:
a. Intellectualize – This means to think, talk or to write intellectually. It is different in meaning to sense. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
b. Reveal- This means to make unknown information known to others. It is different in meaning to sense. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
c. Sensualize- This means to make something sensual. It is different in meaning to sense. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
d. Feel- This means to perceive or to experience. It is similar in meaning to sense. Hence, it is the correct option.
e. Seize- This means to take hold of something suddenly. It is different in meaning to sense. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
So, the correct answer is “Option d”.

Note:Option ‘d’ feel the means to become aware through touch whereas option ‘c’ sensualize is related to pleasure. Other synonyms of sense include perceive and intuit.