sensation

• Substantiv, das eine körperliche Empfindung oder Wahrnehmung bezeichnet, die durch etwas entsteht, das auf den Körper einwirkt oder ihn berührt, oder ein weit verbreitetes Gefühl der Aufregung oder des Interesses.

A noun referring to a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body, or a widespread feeling of excitement or interest.

1. Basic awareness of stimulationB2formalmedical

   A raw, unprocessed feeling or perception resulting from stimulation of the senses.

   Empfindung

   • He felt a strange sensation of warmth on his skin.
   • The patient reported a tingling sensation in her fingers.
   • A sudden sensation of cold made him shiver.

   Synonymeawarenessfeelingimpressionperceptionsense

2. Exceptionally skilled personB2informal

   A person who is remarkably talented or brilliant in a particular field.

   Ausnahmetalent

   • The young pianist was a sensation in the music world.
   • She became an overnight sensation after her debut performance.
   • The athlete was a sensation, breaking records at every competition.

   Synonymeacegeniusmarvelmasterphenomenonprodigyvirtuosowhizwizardwonder

3. General feeling of excitementB2formal

   A widespread feeling of excitement or heightened interest among people.

   Sensation

   • The announcement caused a sensation among the fans.
   • There was a sensation of anticipation in the air before the concert.
   • The news created a sensation throughout the country.

   Synonymebuzzcommotionexcitementfurorestirthrilluproar

4. State of public excitementB2formal

   A condition of widespread public excitement and intense interest.

   Sensation

   • The trial became a media sensation.
   • The discovery of the ancient artifact caused a sensation.
   • The film was a sensation, drawing huge crowds to theaters.

   Synonymebuzzcommotionexcitementfurorestirthrilluproar

   Antonymeboredomindifference

5. Faculty of perceptionC1formalscientific

   The ability or process through which the external world is perceived via the senses.

   Sinneswahrnehmung

   • The sensation of touch is essential for exploring the environment.
   • Philosophers have long debated the nature of sensation.
   • The sensation of taste involves the tongue and olfactory system.

   Synonymefeelingperceptionsensesensibility