B2nouninformalpsychology
US/hʌntʃ/
UK/hʌntʃ/
a feeling that something is true, without having any proof
In context
I had a hunch that she'd say yes, and I was right.
Just a hunch, but I think the meeting will be canceled.
The detective followed his hunch and searched the garage.
Words that go with hunch
verb + noun
- have a hunchI have a hunch he's lying.
- follow a hunchShe followed a hunch and checked the old files.
- play a hunchI played a hunch and bought the stock.
adjective + noun
- just a hunchIt's just a hunch, but trust me.
- strong hunchI have a strong hunch it will rain.