sensation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of SENSATION

an indefinite physical response to a stimulus <we felt just the smallest sensation of warmth when we leaned against the radiator>

Synonyms feel, feeling, sense

Related Words impression, perception; hint, suggestion, touch

a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time <the satirical video was a short-lived online sensation>

Synonyms buzz, chic, craze, dernier cri, enthusiasm, fashion, flavor, go, hot ticket, last word, latest, mode, rage, sensation, style, ton, trend, vogue

Related Words nine days' wonder (also nine day wonder); new wave; crush, infatuation; fervor, passion; furor, fuss, hullabaloo, to-do, uproar; bandwagon, crusade, cult, movement; novelty, wrinkle; caprice, fancy, whim

Near Antonyms classic, standard

something extraordinary or surprising <the first clone was considered a sensation>

Synonyms caution, flash, marvel, miracle, phenomenon, portent, prodigy, sensation, splendor

Related Words curiosity, sight, spectacle; beauty, corker, crackerjack (also crackajack), dandy, jim-dandy, knockout; apparition, appearance

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