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( senseɪ ʃənə l )
1. adjective A sensational result, event, or situation is so remarkable that it causes great excitement and interest.
The world champions suffered a sensational defeat.
Synonyms: amazing, dramatic, thrilling, revealing More Synonyms of sensational
sensationally adverb [ usually ADVERB with verb] The rape trial was sensationally halted yesterday.
2. adjective [ usually ADJECTIVE noun] You can describe stories or reports as sensational if you disapprove of them because they present facts in a way that is intended to cause feelings of shock, anger, or excitement.
[ disapproval] ...sensational tabloid newspaper reports.
Synonyms: shocking, scandalous, exciting, yellowof the press More Synonyms of sensational
3. adjective You can describe something as sensational when you think that it is extremely good.
Her voice is sensational.
Experts agreed that this was a truly sensational performance.
Synonyms: excellent, brilliant, superb [ old-fashioned] , mean [ slang] More Synonyms of sensational
sensationally adverb ...sensationally good food.
sensational in British English ( sɛnˈseɪʃənə l )
adjective 1. causing or intended to cause intense feelings, esp of curiosity, horror, etc
sensational disclosures in the press
2. informal extremely good
a sensational skater
3. of or relating to the faculty of sensation
4. philosophy of or relating to sensationalism
Derived forms
sensationally ( senˈsationally) adverb
sensational in American English ( sɛnˈseɪʃənəl )
adjective 1. of the senses or sensation
2. of, or in accordance with, philosophical sensationalism
3. a. arousing intense interest and excitement; startling; exciting
b. using or having effects intended to startle, shock, thrill, etc.
4. Informal exceptionally good, fine, etc.
Derived forms
sensationally ( senˈsationally) adverb
Examples of 'sensational' in a sentence sensational
Wasps had the lead and a sensational victory was very much on the cards. It is sensational to look at and drives great. This time the award ceremony will feature an auction of truly sensational prizes. Spring and early summer also promise some sensational trials. And yet the results have been sensational. So the report was unlikely to produce any sensational new evidence. That was a sensational performance and the five goals were the icing on the cake. Captain led by example from the back row to inspire his men to a sensational victory. All this for a sensational story. It was just a sensational performance. The food is sensational and you don't need to book months ahead to get a table. If you're lucky with draws you can do something sensational. Wearing a frilly white bikini top and barely there bottoms, she looked absolutely sensational. The sensational trial hasn't brought complete closure. In all these situations you end up with applause because you did something sensational, because you were "different. The food is sensational too. In other languages sensational
British English :
sensational /
sɛnˈseɪʃənl /
ADJECTIVE A sensational event or situation is so remarkable that it causes great excitement and interest.
The world champions suffered a sensational defeat.
American English : sensational Arabic : مُثِير Brazilian Portuguese : sensacional Chinese : 轰动的 Croatian : senzacionalan Czech : senzační Danish : sensationel Dutch : sensationeel European Spanish : sensacional Finnish : kohua herättävä French : sensationnel German : sensationell Greek : συνταρακτικός Italian : sensazionale Japanese : 世間をあっといわせるような Korean : 세상을 들끓게 하는 Norwegian : sensasjonell Polish : sensacyjny European Portuguese : sensacional Romanian : senzațional Russian : сенсационный Latin American Spanish : sensacional Swedish : sensationell Thai : น่าเร้าใจ Turkish : sansasyonel Ukrainian : сенсаційний Vietnamese : gây ra sự xúc động mạnh Chinese translation of 'sensational' sensational (sɛnˈseɪʃənl)
adj (= wonderful ) 极(極)好的 (jíhǎo de) (= surprising ) [event] 轰(轟)动(動)性的 (hōngdòngxìng de) (= exaggerated ) [story, report] 耸(聳)人听(聽)闻(聞)的 (sǒng rén tīng wén de)
Definition
causing intense feelings of shock, anger, or excitement
The world champions suffered a sensational defeat.
Synonyms
revealing
eye-popping (informal)
staggering
startling
horrifying
electrifying
Opposites
boring
, dull
, humdrum
, unexciting
, undramatic
Definition
causing intense feelings of shock, anger, or excitement
sensational tabloid newspaper reports
Synonyms
shocking
scandalous
yellow
shock-horror (facetious)
sensationalistic
Opposites
boring
, understated
, dull
, humdrum
, unexciting
, undramatic
, unexaggerated
Definition
extremely good
(informal) Her voice is sensational.
Synonyms
topping (British , old-fashioned)
cracking (British , informal)
crucial (old-fashioned)
mega (slang)
sick (slang)
sovereign
awesome (slang)
def (slang)
brill (informal)
mind-blowing (informal)
bodacious (slang , mainly US)
gee-whizz (old-fashioned)
boffo (slang)
jim-dandy (old-fashioned)
chillin' (US , slang)
booshit (Australian , slang)
exo (Australian , slang)
sik (Australian , slang)
rad (informal)
phat (slang)
beaut (informal)
barrie (Scottish , slang)
belting (British , slang)
pearler (Australian , slang)
funky
Opposites
ordinary
, commonplace
, mediocre
, vanilla (informal)
, prosaic
, run-of-the-mill
, no great shakes (informal)
Additional synonyms The results are quite astounding.
Synonyms
amazing ,
striking ,
surprising ,
brilliant ,
impressive ,
astonishing ,
staggering ,
sensational (informal) ,
bewildering ,
stunning ,
breathtaking ,
wondrous (archaic , literary) ,
jaw-dropping ,
eye-popping (informal) ,
stupefying ,
gee-whizz (slang)
Definition
causing awe or excitement
The house has breathtaking views from every room.
Synonyms
amazing ,
striking ,
exciting ,
brilliant ,
dramatic ,
stunning (informal) ,
impressive ,
thrilling ,
overwhelming ,
magnificent ,
astonishing ,
sensational ,
eye-popping (informal) ,
awesome ,
wondrous (archaic , literary) ,
awe-inspiring ,
jaw-dropping ,
heart-stirring
Definition
splendid
My sister's given me a brilliant book.
Synonyms
excellent ,
great (informal) ,
good ,
fine ,
wonderful ,
cracking (British , informal) ,
superb ,
fantastic (informal) ,
tremendous (informal) ,
marvellous (informal) ,
terrific (informal) ,
mean (slang) ,
mega (slang) ,
awesome (slang) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
first-rate ,
brill (informal) ,
topping (British , slang) ,
hunky-dory (informal) ,
beaut (informal) ,
barrie (Scottish , slang) ,
belting (British , slang) ,
pearler (Australian , slang)
Additional synonyms Definition
like a drama in suddenness or effectiveness
He witnessed many dramatic escapes.
Synonyms
exciting ,
emotional ,
thrilling ,
tense ,
startling ,
sensational ,
breathtaking ,
electrifying ,
melodramatic ,
climactic ,
hair-raising ,
high-octane (informal) ,
shock-horror (facetious) ,
suspenseful Definition
having much more than average intelligence, ability, or skill
His piano playing is exceptional.
Synonyms
remarkable ,
special ,
excellent ,
extraordinary ,
outstanding ,
superior ,
first-class ,
marvellous ,
notable ,
phenomenal ,
first-rate ,
prodigious ,
unsurpassed ,
one in a million ,
bodacious (slang , US) ,
unexcelled
Definition
causing excitement
the most exciting adventure of their lives
Synonyms
stimulating ,
inspiring ,
dramatic ,
gripping ,
stirring ,
thrilling ,
moving ,
sensational ,
rousing ,
exhilarating ,
electrifying ,
intoxicating ,
rip-roaring (informal)
Definition
extremely good
The scenery and weather were fabulous.
Synonyms
wonderful ,
excellent ,
brilliant ,
superb ,
spectacular ,
fantastic (informal) ,
marvellous ,
sensational (informal) ,
first-rate ,
brill (informal) ,
magic (informal) ,
out-of-this-world (informal)
Definition
excellent
The food was first-class.
Synonyms
excellent ,
great (informal) ,
very good ,
superb ,
topping (British , slang) ,
top ,
tops (slang) ,
bad (slang) ,
prime ,
capital ,
choice ,
champion ,
cool (informal) ,
brilliant ,
crack (slang) ,
mean (slang) ,
cracking (British , informal) ,
crucial (slang) ,
outstanding ,
premium ,
ace (informal) ,
marvellous ,
exceptional ,
mega (slang) ,
sovereign ,
dope (slang) ,
world-class ,
blue-chip ,
top-flight ,
top-class ,
five-star ,
exemplary ,
wicked (slang) ,
first-rate ,
def (slang) ,
sick (slang) ,
superlative ,
second to none ,
top-notch (informal) ,
brill (informal) ,
top-drawer ,
matchless ,
tiptop ,
boffo (slang) ,
the dog's bollocks (taboo , slang) ,
jim-dandy (slang) ,
twenty-four carat ,
A1 or A-one (informal) ,
bitchin' (US , slang) ,
chillin' (US , slang) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
schmick (Australian , informal) ,
beaut (informal) ,
barrie (Scottish , slang) ,
belting (British , slang) ,
pearler (Australian , slang)
Definition
very frightening or exciting
hair-raising rides at funfairs
Synonyms
frightening ,
shocking ,
alarming ,
thrilling ,
exciting ,
terrifying ,
startling ,
horrifying ,
scary (informal) ,
breathtaking ,
creepy (informal) ,
petrifying ,
spine-chilling ,
bloodcurdling
Definition
capable of impressing, esp. by size, magnificence, or importance
The film's special effects are particularly impressive.
Synonyms
grand ,
striking ,
splendid ,
good ,
great (informal) ,
fine ,
affecting ,
powerful ,
exciting ,
wonderful ,
excellent ,
dramatic ,
outstanding ,
stirring ,
superb ,
first-class ,
marvellous (informal) ,
terrific (informal) ,
awesome ,
world-class ,
admirable ,
first-rate ,
crash-hot (Australian) ,
forcible ,
gee-whizz (slang)
Definition
vivid in shocking detail
lurid accounts of the crimes that they committed
Synonyms
sensational ,
shocking ,
disgusting ,
graphic ,
violent ,
savage ,
startling ,
grim ,
exaggerated ,
revolting ,
explicit ,
vivid ,
ghastly ,
gruesome ,
grisly ,
macabre ,
melodramatic ,
yellow ,
gory ,
unrestrained ,
shock-horror (facetious)
Definition
excellent or splendid
He certainly is a marvellous actor.
Synonyms
excellent ,
great ,
mean (slang) ,
topping (British , slang , old-fashioned) ,
wonderful ,
brilliant ,
bad (slang) ,
cracking (British , informal) ,
amazing ,
crucial (slang) ,
extraordinary ,
remarkable ,
smashing (informal , old-fashioned) ,
superb ,
spectacular ,
fantastic (informal) ,
magnificent ,
astonishing ,
fabulous (informal) ,
divine (informal) ,
glorious ,
terrific (informal) ,
splendid ,
sensational (informal) ,
mega (slang) ,
sovereign (old-fashioned) ,
awesome (slang) ,
breathtaking ,
phenomenal ,
astounding ,
singular ,
miraculous ,
colossal ,
super (informal) ,
wicked (informal) ,
def (slang) ,
sick (slang) ,
prodigious ,
wondrous (archaic , literary) ,
brill (informal) ,
stupendous ,
jaw-dropping ,
eye-popping ,
bodacious (slang , US) ,
boffo (slang) ,
jim-dandy (slang) ,
chillin' (US , slang) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
mRvLS ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
schmick (Australian , informal) ,
beaut (informal) ,
barrie (Scottish , slang) ,
belting (British , slang) ,
pearler (Australian , slang)
Definition
excellent or skilful
She plays a mean game of tennis.
Synonyms
excellent ,
great (informal) ,
outstanding ,
superb ,
bad (informal) ,
fine ,
masterly ,
wonderful ,
brilliant (British , informal) ,
smashing (informal) ,
tremendous (informal) ,
ace (informal) ,
magnificent ,
neat (US , informal) ,
fabulous (informal) ,
first-class ,
marvellous ,
exceptional ,
terrific (informal) ,
formidable ,
sensational (informal) ,
awesome (informal) ,
sick (slang) ,
skilful ,
A1 (informal) ,
virtuoso ,
super (informal) ,
wicked (informal) ,
first-rate ,
bonzer (Australian , informal) ,
badass (US , informal) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
schmick (Australian , informal) ,
beaut (informal) ,
barrie (Scottish , slang) ,
belting (British , slang) ,
pearler (Australian , slang)
Additional synonyms She flung herself in a pose of melodramatic exhaustion.
Synonyms
theatrical ,
actorly ,
extravagant ,
histrionic ,
sensational ,
hammy (informal) ,
actressy ,
stagy ,
overemotional ,
overdramatic
The food in this place is simply out of this world.
Synonyms
wonderful ,
great (informal) ,
excellent ,
superb ,
fantastic (informal) ,
incredible ,
fabulous (informal) ,
marvellous ,
unbelievable ,
awesome (slang) ,
sick (slang) ,
indescribable ,
bodacious (slang , US) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
schmick (Australian , informal)
The band launch their schmick new CD next week.
Synonyms
excellent ,
outstanding ,
good ,
great (informal) ,
fine ,
prime ,
capital ,
noted ,
choice ,
champion ,
cool (informal) ,
select ,
brilliant ,
very good ,
cracking (British , informal) ,
crucial (slang) ,
mean (slang) ,
superb ,
distinguished ,
fantastic (informal) ,
magnificent ,
superior ,
sterling ,
worthy ,
first-class ,
marvellous ,
exceptional ,
terrific (informal) ,
splendid ,
notable ,
mega (slang) ,
topping (British , slang) ,
sovereign ,
dope (slang) ,
sick (slang) ,
world-class ,
exquisite ,
admirable ,
exemplary ,
wicked (slang) ,
first-rate ,
def (slang) ,
superlative ,
top-notch (informal) ,
brill (informal) ,
pre-eminent ,
meritorious ,
estimable ,
tiptop ,
bodacious (slang , US) ,
boffo (slang) ,
the dog's bollocks (taboo , slang) ,
jim-dandy (slang) ,
A1 or A-one (informal) ,
bitchin' (US , slang) ,
chillin' (US , slang) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
beaut (informal) ,
barrie (Scottish , slang) ,
belting (British , slang) ,
pearler (Australian , slang)
Definition
excellent or first-rate
It was a smashing success.
Synonyms
excellent ,
mean (slang) ,
great (informal) ,
wonderful ,
topping (British , old-fashioned) ,
brilliant (informal) ,
cracking (British , informal) ,
crucial (old-fashioned) ,
superb (old-fashioned) ,
fantastic (informal) ,
magnificent ,
fabulous (informal) ,
first-class ,
marvellous ,
terrific (informal) ,
sensational (informal) ,
mega (slang) ,
sick (slang) ,
sovereign (old-fashioned) ,
awesome (slang) ,
world-class ,
exhilarating ,
fab (informal , British) ,
super (informal) ,
first-rate ,
def (slang) ,
superlative (formal) ,
brill (informal) ,
stupendous ,
out of this world (informal) ,
bodacious (slang , US) ,
boffo (slang) ,
jim-dandy (slang) ,
chillin' (US , slang) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
schmick (Australian , informal)
Definition
impressive, grand, or dramatic
The results have been spectacular.
Synonyms
impressive ,
striking ,
dramatic ,
stunning (informal) ,
marked ,
grand ,
remarkable ,
fantastic (informal) ,
magnificent ,
staggering ,
splendid ,
dazzling ,
sensational ,
breathtaking ,
eye-catching ,
gee-whizz (slang)
Definition
extremely good or impressive
a superb 18-hole golf course
Synonyms
splendid (old-fashioned) ,
excellent ,
magnificent ,
topping (British , old-fashioned) ,
fine ,
choice ,
grand ,
superior ,
divine (informal) ,
marvellous ,
gorgeous ,
mega (slang) ,
sick (slang) ,
awesome (slang) ,
world-class ,
exquisite ,
breathtaking ,
first-rate ,
superlative (formal) ,
unrivalled ,
brill (informal) ,
bodacious (slang , US) ,
boffo (slang) ,
splendiferous (facetious) ,
of the first water (rare) ,
chillin' (US , slang) ,
booshit (Australian , slang) ,
exo (Australian , slang) ,
sik (Australian , slang) ,
rad (informal) ,
phat (slang) ,
schmick (Australian , informal) ,
beaut (informal) ,
barrie (Scottish , slang) ,
belting (British , slang) ,
pearler (Australian , slang)
a thrilling encounter with wildlife in its natural state
Synonyms
exciting ,
gripping ,
stimulating ,
stirring ,
sensational ,
rousing ,
riveting ,
electrifying ,
hair-raising ,
rip-roaring (informal)