SENSATIONS Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

sensations

noun

plural of sensation

as in feelings

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 trends

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 miracles

something extraordinary or surprising the first clone was considered a sensation

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Recent Examples of sensations Common symptoms can include numbness or tingling, slurred speech, electric-shock sensations accompanying certain neck movements, trouble walking or not being able to walk at all, partial or complete loss of vision, among others, according to the clinic. —

Anika Reed, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026 The findings point to a fascinating idea that the brain doesn’t just store information tied to past events as raw sensations but also anchors them to memories of the body that people had when those events occurred. —

Utkarsh Gupta, Scientific American, 15 Apr. 2026 Tasting whisky involves a combination of sensations, including the nose, palate, mouthfeel, and finish. —

Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026 Soon after the surgery, Patterson was feeling new sensations. —

Alan Gionet, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026 The stacked celebration features country music sensations Koe Wetzel and Treaty Oak Revival, plus Randy Houser, Robert Earl Keen, Josh Abbott Band and more. —

Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 6 Apr. 2026 Nearly 97 percent of female respondents reported burning sensations during urination, while 45 percent described amber to brown urine—a sign of dehydration and possible kidney strain. —

Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026 Nearly 97 percent of female respondents reported burning sensations during urination, while 45 percent described amber to brown urine—a sign of dehydration and possible kidney strain. —

Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026 In mindfulness practice, the goal is not to stop having unpleasant sensations and feelings. —

J. David Creswell, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026

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Noun

Now, as a parent to two small children myself, Margo’s choice stirred up a lot of feelings for me, especially because this exact narrative — a young, twenty-something woman decides to keep her baby after getting impregnated by a married professor — is also playing out on HBO’s Rooster.

— Erin Qualey, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2026
The Tylenol crisis The warm feelings around the brand didn’t last.

— Michael L. Diamond, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026