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sensualrelating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect; having or expressing a strong interest in physical pleasures

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: relating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect; having or expressing a strong interest in physical pleasures

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɛnʃuəl/

Korean meaning: 감각적인, 관능적인; 육체적 쾌락에 관심이 많은

Korean pronunciation: **센**슈얼

Example Sentences

  • She closed her eyes and enjoyed the sensual feeling of warm sand between her toes.
  • His cooking was so sensual that even vegetables seemed to dance on my tongue!
  • The sensual aroma of fresh coffee beans made everyone in the café suddenly hungry.

sensual

ADJECTIVE

//ˈsɛnʃuəl//

relating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect; having or expressing a strong interest in physical pleasures

sensual concept
💡 Concept

a person lies peacefully on a massage table while a masseuse works on their shoulders with smooth, flowing movements. The person's face shows complete relaxation and contentment as they enjoy the physical experience. Aromatic steam rises from essential oil diffusers creating a soothing atmosphere around them. The masseuse uses warm oils that glisten on their hands as they continue the therapeutic treatment. Other spa guests nearby also show expressions of pure relaxation and physical comfort. Soft candlelight flickers throughout the room enhancing the peaceful sensory environment. people focusing on physical sensations and bodily pleasures rather than mental concerns

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈsɛnʃuəl/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈsɛnʃuəl/

🌳Etymology

Rootsens
Suffix--ual

Origin

From Latin sensus meaning 'feeling' or 'perception,' referring to experiences gained through the five senses. The Romans used this word to describe anything related to physical sensation and bodily pleasure.

🎵Rhyme

actualfactualmutual
actual
factual
mutual

🔗Collocations

sensual pleasure
sensual experience
sensual delight
sensual music
sensual massage
sensual dancing

📝Examples

She closed her eyes and enjoyed the sensual feeling of warm sand between her toes.

😄 Fun example

His cooking was so sensual that even vegetables seemed to dance on my tongue!

The sensual aroma of fresh coffee beans made everyone in the café suddenly hungry.

😄 Fun example

My cat has such a sensual relationship with sunbeams that I'm getting jealous.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

sensuousphysicaltactilecarnalvoluptuous

Antonyms

spiritualintellectualcerebral

Related

sensationsensorysensitivesense

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