sensory

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An experience or object that affects our senses can be described as sensory. For example, a beautiful sunset can be a sensory experience.

When we talk about something being sensory, we often refer to how it interacts with our five main senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. Think of walking into a bakery on a Saturday morning - the sweet scent of freshly baked bread fills the air, drawing your attention to the colorful array of pastries displayed in the window. The sights, smells, and sounds all combine to create a sensory experience that's hard to resist. In art, music, or even cooking, creators often aim to evoke strong sensory responses from their audience by combining different textures, colors, and scents.

How common is "sensory"?

Word sensory is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

adjective

  • Of the physical senses or sensation.

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