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sensuality

sehn-shoo-AL-ih-tee

Sensuality (noun) means the quality of being sensual; enjoyment of physical and sensory pleasure. Example: “The painting is full of warmth and sensuality.”

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The quality of being sensual; enjoyment of physical and sensory pleasure.
"The painting is full of warmth and sensuality."

How to Use Sensuality

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA focus on or enjoyment of physical, sensory pleasure.

Word Forms

sensualities plural

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Etymology

From Late Latin sensualitas, "capacity for sensation," from sensualis.

Origin: Late Latin

sensualism sensualness

Antonyms

asceticism

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “sensuality” mean?

The word “sensuality” means the quality of being sensual; enjoyment of physical and sensory pleasure. In plain terms, a focus on or enjoyment of physical, sensory pleasure.

How do you pronounce “sensuality”?

“Sensuality” is pronounced sehn-shoo-AL-ih-tee (/ˌsɛn.ʃuˈæl.ɪ.ti/ in IPA).

How do you use “sensuality” in a sentence?

Here is “sensuality” used in a sentence: “The painting is full of warmth and sensuality.”

What is the opposite of “sensuality”?

The opposite of “sensuality” — its antonyms — is asceticism.

What part of speech is “sensuality”?

“Sensuality” is a noun.

Where does the word “sensuality” come from?

The word “sensuality” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin sensualitas, "capacity for sensation," from sensualis.

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