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SENSATION

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There are 5 meanings of the word Sensation.

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Sensation - as a noun

Someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ace5adept8champion17genius7hotshot13maven10mavin10star4superstar11virtuoso11whizz29wiz15wizard19
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expert15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A general feeling of excitement and heightened interest

Example: "Anticipation produced in me a sensation somewhere between hope and fear"

A state of widespread public excitement and interest

Example: "The news caused a sensation"

The faculty through which the external world is apprehended

Example: "In the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sense5sensory facultysentience11sentiency14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
faculty15mental facultymodule9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The sensation of warmth enveloped her as she stepped out of the cold rain."
"He experienced a tingling sensation in his fingers after hitting his hand on the table."
"The roller coaster ride filled her with a thrilling sensation of excitement."
"The soothing sensation of the massage relaxed her tense muscles."
"The taste of the spicy curry created a burning sensation in his mouth."
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Word Game Points

Is SENSATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sensation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SENSATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SENSATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sensation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SENSATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is SENSATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sensation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SENSATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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