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stir vs sensation

sensation vs stir

stir and sensation both are nouns.

stir is a verb but sensation is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stir Yes No Yes No
sensation Yes No No No
As nouns, sensation is a hyponym of stir; that is, sensation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than stir:
  • stir: emotional agitation and excitement
  • sensation: a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest
Other hyponyms of stir include electricity.
stir (noun) sensation (noun)
a rapid active commotion an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
emotional agitation and excitement the faculty through which the external world is apprehended
a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
a state of widespread public excitement and interest
stir (verb) sensation (verb)
mix or add by stirring
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
affect emotionally
stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
move very slightly
move an implement through
to begin moving
stir feelings in
Difference between stir and sensation

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