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Intuition

Definition

(philosophical/psychological) The ability to acquire knowledge or insight without conscious reasoning or deliberate thought; a feeling or sense about something that is not based on reasoning or evidence but rather on instinct or instinctual patterns of thought. Often used in the context of decision-making, creativity, or personal insight.

Example Sentences

1According to Kant, moral intuition is the ability to discern right from wrong without explicit reasoning or deliberation.
2Her intuition told her that something was off about the investment, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.
3The artist's use of intuition in her creative process allowed her to tap into a deep well of subconscious inspiration.
4Research has shown that expert decision-makers often rely on intuition rather than explicit analysis to make rapid, high-stakes decisions.
5There is a long-standing debate in the philosophy of mind about the relationship between intuition and rationality, with some arguing that the two are mutually exclusive and others claiming that they are interdependent.

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