sensual

Definition of sensual

Adjectives

marked by the appetites and passions of the body
"a sensual delight in eating"
"music is the only sensual pleasure without vice"
Synonyms:
animal, carnal, fleshly
physical
involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
sexually exciting or gratifying
"sensual excesses"
Synonyms:
sultry
hot
extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm

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