释义 |
sen·su·al·ism \-əˌlizəm\ noun (-s) Etymology: sensual + -ism 1. a. : sensationalism, sensism b. : stress on the sensuous qualities of an object or on the sensuous as the chief element of beauty as distinguished from ideal and formal qualities and elements c. : the view in ethics that gratification of the senses is the highest good 2. : preoccupation with sensual matters : persistent or excessive pursuit of sensual pleasures and interests |