Definition

To understand or know something without needing to think about it or use reasoning; to have a feeling about something based on instinct.

Example

She could intuit his feelings without him saying a word.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just have this feeling that she will intuit what we’re planning for her birthday.

Really? You think she’s that good at guessing surprises?

Yeah, I mean, she always seems to know things without us telling her.

That’s true! It’s like she has a sixth sense or something.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intuit is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "tuere" (meaning to look or to guard). The word describes the act of looking into something deeply or having an instinctive understanding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'looking into' something ('in-' and 'tuere') to remember that 'intuit' means to understand something instinctively.

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