sensation

/sɛnˈseɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a strong and usually sudden feeling or emotion, especially one that is caused by something that you see, hear, or experience

“The thrill of skydiving gave me an incredible sensation.”

2. noun

a strong and usually pleasant feeling or emotion that is caused by something that you see, hear, or experience

“The warm sunshine in the garden created a lovely sensation.”

3. noun

the state of being aware of something

“The new policy created a sensation among the students.”

4. noun

a striking or impressive feature of something

“The grand architecture of the palace was the main sensation of the tour.”

5. verb

to experience or feel something strongly

“She was sensationalized by the news of her victory.”

6. verb

to create a strong impression or excitement

“The new movie sensationalized the true story.”

7. adjective

causing a strong feeling or emotion

“The sensational news shocked the entire city.”

8. adjective

impressive or exciting

“The sensational view from the top of the mountain was breathtaking.”

Synonyms

  • emotion
  • excitement
  • feeling
  • impression
  • thrill

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • boredom