sensation

sen-sa-tion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A physical feeling or perception resulting from stimulation of the senses.

  2. 2.

    A widespread reaction of interest and excitement.

  3. 3.

    A person or thing that causes great public interest.

Forms

plural: sensations

Related words

See also: excitement, feeling, sense
Synonyms: excitement, feeling, impression

Etymology

From Medieval Latin sensatio, from Latin sensus ("sense").