Synonyms of sensory

sensory

adjective

ˈsen(t)s-rē 

as in sensorial

of or relating to physical sensation or the senses

trying to listen to music while watching the TV and eating dinner caused a sort of sensory overload

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sensorial
• sensual
• sensational
• sensuous
• sensitive
• receptive
• afferent
• sensate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• extrasensory
• intuitional

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sensory

But the nature of a quake – the unpredictable and sudden movement around you – presents the brain with an unusual sensory puzzle. — New Atlas, 17 Aug. 2026

Only 7% cover accommodations for mobility limitation, hearing disability, vision impairment and sensory disabilities. — Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

To convey those sensory elements, the perfume house began by marrying cherry and davana, then leaned into fractionated patchouli oil and relied on black violet notes for their depth. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026

The slot machines also teach us a lot about the power sensory engagement. — Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026