SENSUOUS


Meaning of SENSUOUS in English

adjective

producing or characterized by gratification of the senses

sensuous pleasures

Synonyms: epicurean, luscious, lush, luxurious, sensual, sensualistic, voluptuous; compare carnal 2, sybaritic

Related Word: bacchic, dionysiac, Dionysian, hedonistic, pleasure-loving, pleasure-seeking; self-indulgent, sybaritic; carnal, fleshly, fleshy

Contrasted words: ascetic, disciplined, restrained

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English vocabulary.      Английский энциклопедический словарь тезаурус.