sensual
adjective/ˈsɛnʃuəl/
Frequency rank: #8,993 most common English word
Meaning
Relating to or involving gratification of the senses, often in a physically pleasing or romantic way.
Example sentence
The dancer's movements were deeply sensual and full of passion.
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