sense vs observe

observe vs sense

sense is a noun but observe is not a noun.

sense and observe both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
sense	Yes	No	Yes	No
observe	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, observe is a hypernym of sense; that is, observe is a word with a broader meaning than sense:

sense: detect some circumstance or entity automatically
observe: discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes

Other hypernyms of sense include detect, discover, find, notice.

sense (noun)	observe (noun)
the faculty through which the external world is apprehended
sound practical judgment
a general conscious awareness
a natural appreciation or ability
the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted

sense (verb)	observe (verb)
discern	stick to correctly or closely
become aware of not through the senses but instinctively	make mention of
perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles	watch attentively
detect some circumstance or entity automatically	observe with care or pay close attention to
	discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
	follow with the eyes or the mind
	show respect towards
	behave as expected during of holidays or rites
	conform one's action or practice to

Difference between sense and observe

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