sensational

• Décrit quelque chose de très excitant, impressionnant ou remarquable, souvent lié à un événement spectaculaire ou à une qualité exceptionnelle.

Describes something that is very exciting, impressive, or excellent.

1. Causing great interest or excitementB2informal

   Designed to provoke intense curiosity, shock, or strong emotional reactions, often in a dramatic way.

   Sensationnel (qui provoque un vif intérêt)

   • The newspaper published a sensational story about the celebrity scandal.
   • Her speech was sensational and captivated the entire audience.
   • The movie's special effects were truly sensational.

   Synonymesamazingastonishingbreathtakingdramaticelectrifyingexcitingremarkablespectacularstirringthrilling

   Antonymesboringdullmundaneordinaryunexcitinguninterestingunremarkable

2. Commanding attentionB2informal

   Something that is extremely impressive or outstanding, easily drawing notice.

   sensationnel

   • The athlete made a sensational comeback after the injury.
   • The artist's new painting is absolutely sensational.
   • They gave a sensational performance that earned a standing ovation.

   Synonymesamazingdramaticextraordinaryimpressiveoutstandingremarkablespectacularstrikingstunningthrilling

   Antonymesmediocremundaneordinaryunimpressiveunremarkable

3. Relating to sensationC1formal

   Pertaining to the physical senses or sensory experience.

   Sensitif / sensoriel

   • The study focused on the sensational aspects of touch and taste.
   • Sensational perception is a key topic in psychology.
   • The experiment measured sensational responses to different stimuli.

   Synonymessensorialsensorysensuous