sensational
Sensational (adj) means Extremely impressive or exciting. Example: “The team put in a sensational performance.”
How to use sensational
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "amazingly good" or "deliberately shocking/exaggerated," depending on context.
The "amazingly good" sense is common in everyday speech; the "exaggerated for shock" sense is common when talking about media and journalism.
Word forms
more sensational comparative, most sensational superlative
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The team put in a _____ performance.
Etymology
From sensation + -al.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for sensational
Frequently asked questions
What does “sensational” mean?
The word “sensational” means extremely impressive or exciting. In plain terms, either "amazingly good" or "deliberately shocking/exaggerated," depending on context.
How do you pronounce “sensational”?
“Sensational” is pronounced sehn-SAY-shuh-nuhl (/sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “sensational” in a sentence?
Here is “sensational” used in a sentence: “The team put in a sensational performance.”
What part of speech is “sensational”?
“Sensational” is an adjective.
Is “sensational” a common word?
“Sensational” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sensational” have?
“Sensational” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely impressive or exciting.