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Sensational

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Sensational is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to sensation.

Meaning

Of or pertaining to sensation.

More Meanings

  1. Piquing or arousing the senses.
  2. Provoking a reaction of interest or excitement.
  3. Exceptionally great.

Example Sentences

sensational nerves
Young Dutch keeper Tim Krul saw his value rocket up with a sensational display.
The standard ranges from runs that are almost sensational in the speed and brilliance of the work to the ultra-mediocre.

Synonyms for sensational

Depending on context, synonyms include lurid, impressive, stunning, sensory, shocking, scandalmongering.

luridimpressivestunningsensoryshockingscandalmongeringarrestingsensationalistic

Antonyms for sensational

Common opposites include unsensational.

unsensational

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include sensationalistic, sensory, scandalmongering, stunning, impressive, screaming.

sensationalisticsensoryscandalmongeringstunningimpressivescreamingshockingluridarrestingyellowgorgeousostentatiousexcitingmarvelouswonderfulamazingphenomenalspectacularsensationalist

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