intuitive processing
noun phraseUK /ɪnˈtjuːɪtɪv ˈprəʊsɛsɪŋ/
US /ɪnˈtuːɪtɪv ˈprɑːsɛsɪŋ/
Understanding something quickly by feeling or instinct instead of thinking hard about it.
She solved the puzzle through intuitive processing, trusting her gut feeling.
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2. A way of handling information in the mind that happens fast and without conscious steps.
Intuitive processing lets you recognize a friend's face instantly.
3. In computing, a system that works in a way that feels natural and easy to use.
The app's intuitive processing makes it simple for kids to use.
4. Making decisions based on inner feelings rather than careful analysis.
His intuitive processing told him the answer before he checked it.