Synonyms of sensations

sensations

noun

plural of sensation

1

as in feelings

an indefinite physical response to a stimulus

we felt just the smallest sensation of warmth when we leaned against the radiator

Synonyms & Similar Words

• feelings
• feels
• senses
• perceptions
• impressions
• suggestions
• hints
• touches

2

as in trends

a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time

the satirical video was a short-lived online sensation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• trends
• enthusiasms
• crazes
• rages
• vogues
• styles
• modes
• flavors
• fashions
• fads
• tons
• buzzes
• last words
• chics
• passions
• hot tickets
• infatuations
• fervors
• movements
• novelties
• dernier cris
• new waves
• crusades
• furors
• cults
• crushes
• caprices
• nine days' wonders
• whims
• to-dos
• wrinkles
• fancies
• uproars
• fusses
• bandwagons
• hullabaloos

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• standards
• classics

3

as in miracles

something extraordinary or surprising

the first clone was considered a sensation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• miracles
• wonders
• marvels
• phenomena
• prodigies
• splendors
• beauties
• portents
• spectacles
• flashes
• sights
• cautions
• curiosities
• apparitions
• appearances
• dandies
• corkers
• knockouts
• jim-dandies
• crackerjacks

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sensations

These mindfulness behaviors included feeling connected to the present moment, noticing the emotions or sensations in one’s body, or having moments of feeling alert and aware. — The Conversation, Fortune, 27 July 2026

The books themselves, which became famous through Dinniman’s self-publishing efforts before Penguin Random House picked up the physical publishing rights, are still considered sensations. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026

Whitehead tends to use familiar narrative mechanisms (especially those belonging to genres like noir, horror, crime, and adventure) to chart unforeseen sensations or realities. — Niela Orr, Vulture, 20 July 2026

There’s the sensations of feeling suffocated, coughing a lot, because the airways are getting irritated. — Leon Imber, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Severe cases can cause tingling sensations in the hands and feet, and without treatment the disease can progress to respiratory or kidney failure. — Amanda Roome, The Conversation, 16 July 2026

Our team reports that as people emerge from the life-or-death struggle for survival, which eclipsed all thought and numbed sensations, their trauma is transforming into a stunned grief. — James Gordon, Time, 14 July 2026

With K-pop becoming more global, which has made TWICE global sensations, Jihyo is surprised by how many collaborations K-pop artists have had with Western artists. — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Fronting the beloved ice hockey romance are Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams, two unfamiliar actors who became absolute sensations overnight. — Emily Maskell, IndieWire, 10 July 2026