sensorial

adjective

sen-ˈsȯr-ē-əl How to pronounce sensorial (audio)
Definition of sensorialnext
as in sensory
of or relating to physical sensation or the senses the art installation combines light and sound effects to create a unique sensorial experience

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Recent Examples of sensorial What’s more, the cream has a subtle, herbal-floral scent that gives it a sensorial, spa-like edge. — Jenny Berg, InStyle, 4 June 2026 Round out the experience with a sensorial shower or a visit to the hammam. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026 So, say goodbye to rough rubbing and hello to relaxing, sensorial skincare application. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 14 May 2026 These days, though, consumers are looking for a high-end, sensorial experience from their hair care. — Loren Savini, Allure, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sensorial
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sensory
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  • Blurred boundaries Measuring global functional connectivity—how much influence each patch of cortex exerts over the rest—the team found that, when participants had their eyes closed, sensory regions lost sway while associative regions gained.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Short for autonomous sensory meridian response, ASMR describes the pleasant, tingling calm some people feel in response to soft sensory input, like whispering, tapping, or watching something being squished.
    — Steven John, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
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“Sensorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensorial. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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