sensorial

adjective

sen·​so·​ri·​al sen-ˈsȯr-ē-əl How to pronounce sensorial (audio)
Synonyms of sensorialnext
sensorially adverb
or less commonly sensorily

Synonyms of sensorial

Examples of sensorial in a Sentence

the art installation combines light and sound effects to create a unique sensorial experience
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The ingredient drives the fragrance, delivers the benefit and shapes the entire sensorial experience. James Manso, Footwear News, 20 Mar. 2026 Perhaps its that in Korean, sun care is seen as an extension of skincare and a sensorial treat, not a tedious task. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026 There’s a stunning rooftop spa, which ventures beyond a traditional menu of facials and massages with some charmingly woo-woo treatments—go ahead and book a tarot reading or multi-sensorial writer’s block remedy. Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026 But rather to immerse the viewer in a sensorial experience. Addie Morfoot, Variety, 28 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sensorial

Word History

First Known Use

1742, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sensorial was in 1742

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“Sensorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sensorial. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.

Medical Definition

sensorial

adjective
sen·​so·​ri·​al sen-ˈsōr-ē-əl, -ˈsȯr- How to pronounce sensorial (audio)
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