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sensational

[sen-sey-shuh-nl]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

producing or designed to produce a startling effect, strong reaction, intense interest, etc., especially by exaggerated, superficial, or lurid elements.
a sensational novel.
Synonyms: exciting
Antonyms: dull, prosaic
extraordinarily good; conspicuously excellent; phenomenal.
a sensational quarterback.
of or relating to the senses or sensation.

sensational

/ sɛnˈseɪʃənəl /

adjective

causing or intended to cause intense feelings, esp of curiosity, horror, etc
sensational disclosures in the press
informal, extremely good
a sensational skater
of or relating to the faculty of sensation
philosophy of or relating to sensationalism

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Other Word Forms

sensationally adverb
pseudosensational adjective
unsensational adjective
unsensationally adverb

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Word History and Origins

Origin of sensational¹

First recorded in 1830–40; sensation + -al ¹

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Example Sentences

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Former England captain Campbell's switch between Spurs and the Gunners is still considered one of the most sensational transfers in Premier League history.

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"House Tour is sensational, a chugging slice of 80s power-pop so instantly catchy that you're able to forgive it holding some of the album's biggest lyrical clunkers," citing some of her more suggestive lyrics.

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They care about eliminating one of the biggest teams on earth in a genuinely sensational cup tie.

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In one of his more sensational court appearances, he tried to arrest a magistrate and police officer during a dispute over public access to a national park.

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It was a sensational evening, not fashioned from classic football, but by the emotions charged by what is now assuming all the contents for a classic, long-running feud.

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Related Words

sensation sensationalism

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