Meaning & use
sensual
Relating to or gratifying the physical senses, especially in a way connected to pleasure.
See it in a sentence
The chef described the meal as a deeply sensual experience, rich in texture and aroma.
The film is known for its slow pace and sensual cinematography.
A note on using this word
"Sensual" often implies physical or sexual pleasure, while "sensuous" more broadly covers pleasure through any sense.
Words with a similar meaning
sensuousvoluptuous
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Words with an opposite meaning
ascetic
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