Synonyms of sensors

sensors

noun

plural of sensor

as in detectors

a device that detects some physical quantity and responds usually with a transmitted signal

the cat accidentally triggered the motion sensor, which set off the alarm

Synonyms & Similar Words

• detectors
• alarms
• triggers
• eyes
• photoelectric cells
• electric eyes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sensors

The bank upgraded the maker of optical sensors — used in everything from consumer electronics to data centers — to buy from hold. — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026

Future versions will integrate sensors and navigation systems, and extend the diving suit to locusts and beetles. — ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026

Producing advanced drones at scale requires a reliable supply of motors, batteries, flight controllers, sensors, cameras, communications equipment, and propulsion systems. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026

To prove the effectiveness of thread-ectronic sensors, Sonkusale his team demonstrated how their innovation amplified subtle signals that could, in context, indicate stress, illness, and more. — New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026

These jaunts test sensors and advanced new materials in the hypersonic flight environment, among other tasks. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2026

However, the real question is whether the sensors and control software can react quickly enough when people start working beside the robot. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

The camera uses upgraded imaging sensors to keep footage in full color using available ambient light before automatically switching to black-and-white night vision when conditions become extremely dark. — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

But even then, the sensors only measure static points spaced throughout the city. — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026