SENSATION Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

sensation

noun

sen-ˈsā-shən

Definition of sensation

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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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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Recent Examples of sensation The sensation feels fluid, though, appearing seamless even though a second of theatrical film takes about 24 still frames to animate. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 29 Oct. 2026 The robotic surgery leaves smaller scars and increases sensation while offering faster recovery than a traditional procedure. — Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2026 Frequent awakenings, loud snoring, gasping during sleep, morning headaches or uncomfortable leg sensations warrant a conversation with a healthcare provider. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2026 In the next couple of years, New York City sensation Bathhouse is slated to open a massive flagship on Sunset Boulevard, where Amoeba Records once stood. — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sensation

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Noun

Guilt, suffering, and justified rage all loom large in Godzilla Minus Zero, and though this is science-fiction, Yamazaki is also keyed in to the real-life underpinnings of his fictional characters’ feelings.

— Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 6 Nov. 2026
As Fitzgerald worked on the screenplay, more of his own feelings about women seeped into the story.

— Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of feeling

Noun

The world’s wealthiest are finding new ways to deploy their fortunes beyond luxury cars and yachts—and the latest craze is soccer.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2026
The company capitalized on the ballet flat craze by offering the popular style in a full spectrum of colors, prints and customizable options.

— Justin Zacks, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of craze

Noun

But what’s the season for if not a small miracle—and a wish list of 20 more festive ways to fill a weekend?

— Allison Yates, Midwest Living, 3 Nov. 2026
Rosenhaus has pulled off miracles with troubled receivers before, but Aiyuk wrote the book on how to alienate front offices across the league.

— Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of miracle

Noun

This one blends acrylic and cotton fibers for a slightly lighter feel than traditional wool styles.

— Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2026
The decor of the 175-seat diner, which also includes patio seating, conveys the feel of a classic icon of Americana, with its booths and banquettes upholstered in shades of burgundy and caramel.

— Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of feel

Noun

Track Pants Want to get in on the cool-girl pants trend backed by PEOPLE writers and A-listers like Jennifer Lawrence?

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026
Despite the recent trend favoring Republicans among previously undecided voters in the survey, all seven Democratic candidates are still viewed more favorably by independents.

— Carter Schroppe, The Washington Examiner, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of trend

Noun

Most of the cases his office examined involved ordinary objects or phenomena that sensors were not designed to recognize.

— Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026
Quantum computers use quantum bits, or qubits, which can exploit phenomena such as superposition and entanglement to perform certain calculations in fundamentally different ways.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of phenomenon

Noun

Art—in the broadest sense—has been enlisted to this aim in the region at least once before, namely in the construction of hundreds of new churches during the spiritual low point of the immediate postwar period.

— Kristian Vistrup Madsen, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026
But cancer, a spinal issue, and three surgeries in three years changed my body and my sense of balance.

— Maribeth Romslo, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of sense

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