Synonyms of sensory

sensory

adjective

ˈsen(t)s-rē 

as in sensorial

of or relating to physical sensation or the senses

trying to listen to music while watching the TV and eating dinner caused a sort of sensory overload

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sensorial
• sensual
• sensational
• sensuous
• sensitive
• receptive
• afferent
• sensate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• extrasensory
• intuitional

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sensory

Researchers have proposed that ongoing or intermittent viral replication within sensory neurons is likely continuing to damage or kill these cells months after the virus reactivates. — Andrew Bubak, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026

What remains, however, is the builders’ deliberation in constructing emotive and sensory experience. — Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Japanese noise-rock freaks Melt-Banana specialize in sensory overload. — Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

According to the release, guests can experience the themes, sensory references and visual storytelling that informed the Vansza designs. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026