sensational Meaning, Definition & Usage

adjective causing intense interest, curiosity, or emotion
adjective satellite commanding attention
arresting; stunning.
- an arresting drawing of people turning into animals
- a sensational concert--one never to be forgotten
- a stunning performance
adjective relating to or concerned in sensation
sensory.
- the sensory cortex
- sensory organs

Of or pertaining to sensation; as, sensational nerves.
Of or pertaining to sensationalism, or the doctrine that sensation is the sole origin of knowledge.
Suited or intended to excite temporarily great interest or emotion; melodramatic; emotional; as, sensational plays or novels; sensational preaching; sensational journalism; a sensational report.