intuitive
/ɪnˈtjuːɪtɪv/
Group 34Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; instinctive GRE
Example in Context
The software's intuitive interface reduced the training time for new users from weeks to days, significantly lowering the total cost of implementation.
Etymology
To know something just by looking or feeling.
- intueri (Latin) — to look at
Memory Aid
🧠Sounds like “in to it”
When you’re IN TO IT, you just KNOW what’s going on — that’s INTUITIVE!
Visual Association
🧩A person effortlessly solving a complex puzzle, appearing to know the solution without trying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “intuitive” mean on the GRE?
intuitive (adjective) means “Using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; instinctive”. The software's intuitive interface reduced the training time for new users from weeks to days, significantly lowering the total cost of implementation.
How to remember “intuitive” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “intuitive” sounds like “in to it”. When you’re IN TO IT, you just KNOW what’s going on — that’s INTUITIVE!