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Sensuous: meaning, definitions and examples

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sensuous

 

[ หˆsษ›nสƒuษ™s ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

description of a person or their appearance

Relating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect. Characterized by a strong appreciation of the pleasures of the senses. Often used to describe someone who is physically attractive and appealing.

Synonyms

seductive, sensual, voluptuous.

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Word Description / Examples
sensuous

Use 'sensuous' to describe something that appeals to the senses, especially in a gentle and pleasurable way. It has a more general context of sensory pleasure and is often used to describe experiences, art, or music that are pleasing to the senses.

  • The sensuous texture of the silk felt amazing on her skin.
  • The paintingโ€™s colors were rich and sensuous, drawing viewers in.
sensual

Use 'sensual' to refer to physical pleasure, especially sexual pleasure. It is often used to describe experiences, tastes, or activities that give intense physical gratification.

  • The massage was a deeply sensual experience.
  • They shared a sensual kiss under the moonlight.
voluptuous

Use 'voluptuous' to describe something that is full, rich, and luxurious, typically referring to a person with a curvaceous body or to experiences that are opulently pleasurable. It often conveys a sense of sensual luxury.

  • She wore a voluptuous dress that accentuated her curves.
  • The room was decorated in a voluptuous manner, with plush sofas and rich fabrics.
seductive

Use 'seductive' to describe something or someone that is very attractive and tempting, often in a sexual way. It implies a strong power to attract or entice.

  • Her eyes had a seductive glint that was hard to resist.
  • The ad campaign was designed to be seductive and alluring.

Examples of usage

  • She moved with a sensuous grace that captivated everyone in the room.
  • His sensuous lips curved into a smile as he looked at her.

Translations

Translations of the word "sensuous" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sensual

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฎเฅเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช sinnlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sensual

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ัƒั‚ั‚ั”ะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zmysล‚owy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎ˜่ƒฝ็š„ (ใ‹ใ‚“ใฎใ†ใฆใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sensuel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sensual

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท duygusal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ๊ฐ์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุณูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ smyslnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zmyselnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ„Ÿๅฎ˜็š„ (gวŽnguฤn de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ฤuten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skynsamur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะทั–ะผั‚ะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ แƒซแƒœแƒแƒ‘แƒแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hissiy

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sensual

Etymology

The word 'sensuous' originated in the mid-17th century from the Latin word 'sensuลsus', meaning 'full of feeling'. It evolved over time to describe things that appeal to the senses, particularly in a physical or aesthetic manner. The concept of sensuousness has been a recurring theme in art, literature, and philosophy, exploring the intricate relationship between sensory perception and emotional response.

See also: desensitized, hypersensitivity, insensibility, insensible, insensitive, nonsense, nonsensical, nonsensically, sensation, sensational, sensations, sense, senseless, senselessly, sensibility, sensible, sensibly, sensitive, sensitivity, sensor, sensory, sensual.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,490, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.