visceral
adjective/ˈvɪsərəl/
Frequency rank: #10,022 most common English word
Meaning
relating to deep inward feelings rather than intellect; intensely emotional or instinctive.
Example sentence
Her visceral reaction to the horror film left her shaking for hours.
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