sensation

noun
/sɛnˈseɪʃən/

Meaning

A physical feeling or a strong reaction of excitement and interest.
a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body; a widespread reaction of interest and excitement

Example Sentences

The singer became a sensation overnight.

The new singer became an overnight sensation.

Example Expressions

cause a sensation

Synonyms

feeling, perception, excitement, thrill, buzz, phenomenon
Entry 1
feeling, perception, excitement, thrill, buzz
Entry 2
feeling, perception, excitement, phenomenon

Antonyms

numbness, apathy, indifference, insensitivity, normalcy
Entry 1
numbness, apathy, indifference
Entry 2
numbness, insensitivity, normalcy

Collocations

create a sensation, public sensation, sensation in the media, sensation of pain, burning sensation, overnight sensation, media sensation
Entry 1
create a sensation, public sensation, sensation in the media, sensation of pain
Entry 2
burning sensation, overnight sensation, media sensation

More Example Sentences

If you ask me what kind of pain it is, I would say it is a burning sensation.

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