NOUS

mind, head, brain, psyche, nous

(noun) that which is responsible for one’s thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason; “his mind wandered”; “I couldn’t get his words out of my head”

nous

(noun) common sense; “she has great social nous”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

nous (uncountable)

(philosophy) The mind or intellect, reason, both rational and emotional

In Neoplatonism, the divine reason, regarded as first divine emanation.

Common sense; practical intelligence.

Anagrams

• Onsu, Osun, UNOS, onus, ouns

Source: Wiktionary


Nous, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr.

Definition: Intellect; understanding; talent; -- used humorously.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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