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Meaning of 'sensational' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Sensational [ a.]
- Of or pertaining to sensation; as, sensational nerves.
- Of or pertaining to sensationalism, or the doctrine that sensation is the sole origin of knowledge.
- Suited or intended to excite temporarily great interest or emotion; melodramatic; emotional; as, sensational plays or novels; sensational preaching; sensational journalism; a sensational report.

Meaning of 'sensational' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . sensational [ a]
Meaning (1):
- relating to or concerned in sensation
Example in sentence:
  • sensory organs;
  • the sensory cortex
2 . sensational [ s]
Meaning (2):
- commanding attention
Example in sentence:
  • a sensational concert--one never to be forgotten;
  • a stunning performance;
  • an arresting drawing of people turning into animals

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