CEFR B2

sensational

adjective

Meaning

Causing great public interest, excitement, or outrage; causing a strong reaction of shock or excitement.

Examples

The newspaper published a sensational headline about the scandal.
Her performance was absolutely sensational; the audience gave her a standing ovation.

Synonyms: exciting, thrilling, sensational, scandalous

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sensational (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /sɛnˈseɪʃənl/

Definition

Causing great public interest, excitement, or outrage; causing a strong reaction of shock or excitement.

Examples

The newspaper published a sensational headline about the scandal.
Her performance was absolutely sensational; the audience gave her a standing ovation.
The discovery of the ancient artifact was sensational news.

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