SENSATION Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

sensation

noun

sen-ˈsā-shən

as in feeling

an indefinite physical response to a stimulus we felt just the smallest sensation of warmth when we leaned against the radiator

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Relevance

as in craze

a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time the satirical video was a short-lived online sensation

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as in miracle

something extraordinary or surprising the first clone was considered a sensation

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Examples of sensation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web As the tote bags became a social media sensation last March, customers lined up at Trader Joe's stores across the country, and even resold the totes for hundreds of dollars online. —

Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 10 Sep. 2024 Maher became a sensation on the internet for her funny, honest videos. —

Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 Sep. 2024 In humans, a spinal cord injury can be completely life altering and cause permanent loss of sensation or movement. —

Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 15 Aug. 2024 Raygun, real name Rachael Gunn, instantly became a viral sensation — notoriety that only skyrocketed when the public learned that Gunn, who won none of her Olympics battles, actually has a PhD in breakdancing. —

Aja Romano, Vox, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sensation

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