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/sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/ · sen·sa·tion·al
adjective
  1. Of or pertaining to sensation. The sensational nerves of the snake allowed it to detect its prey.
adjective
  1. Piquing or arousing the senses. The fireworks display was sensational, filling the air with vibrant colors and sounds.
adjective
  1. Provocative. The sensational novel sparked controversy with its explicit content.
Did you know? The word 'sensational' was popularized in the 19th century by the sensationalist press, which focused on sensational and often lurid stories to attract readers.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 14, 2026