Sensation (fiction)
Sensation (Fiction)
Sensation (pronunciation: /sɛnˈseɪʃən/) is a term used in fiction to describe the perception or awareness of stimuli through the senses. The term is derived from the Latin word "sensationem" meaning "a perceiving, feeling, sense, or understanding."
In the context of fiction, sensation often refers to the emotional or physical response elicited in a character or reader through the use of vivid, sensory language. This can include descriptions of sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. Sensation is a key element in sensational fiction, a genre characterized by an emphasis on intense, dramatic, and emotional storytelling.
Related Terms
- Sensational Fiction: A genre of fiction that emphasizes intense, dramatic, and emotional storytelling.
- Sensory Language: Descriptive language that attempts to invoke one or more of the five senses.
- Stimuli: Anything that provokes a response or reaction, such as an event, condition, or treatment.
- Perception: The process of becoming aware or conscious of something through the senses.
Etymology
The term "sensation" comes from the Latin word "sensationem," which means "a perceiving, feeling, sense, or understanding." It was first used in the English language in the late 14th century to describe a physical feeling. By the 17th century, it was being used to refer to a mental or emotional experience.
Pronunciation
Sensation is pronounced as /sɛnˈseɪʃən/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sensation (fiction)
- Wikipedia's article - Sensation (fiction)
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