sensational

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sensational

  • /sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/
  • /sɛnˈseɪʃnəl/
  • /sən-/

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From sensation + -al.

adjective more sensational · most sensational

  1. Of or pertaining to sensation. sensational nerves
  2. Piquing or arousing the senses.
  3. Provoking a reaction of interest or excitement. The standard ranges from runs that are almost sensational in the speed and brilliance of the work to the ultra-mediocre.
  4. Exceptionally great. Young Dutch keeper Tim Krul saw his value rocket up with a sensational display.

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