sensum

Sensum is the accusative singular form of the Latin noun sensus, which covers sense, perception, or feeling. In classical Latin, sensum functions as the direct object in clauses about perception or sensation, and its exact nuance depends on the surrounding verb and context. Because it is a grammatical form rather than a standalone lexeme, sensum derives its meaning from sense and usage within the sentence.

It is etymologically linked with the English word sense through the Proto-Indo-European root *sens- “to perceive.” The Latin term sensus yields cognates in many languages that mean sense or feeling; sensum, as the accusative, does not carry a distinct definition but participates in phrases that express perception or experience.

In contemporary discourse, sensum does not designate a recognized scientific concept or theory. It is most often encountered only in discussions of Latin grammar or as a proper noun in branding or fictional contexts. When used in transliterations or quotations, sensum should be translated according to the syntactic role of the word in the source text.

Related terms include sensus, sense, perception, and sensation.