sensualism

Other forms: sensualisms

Definitions of sensualism
  1. noun
    desire for sensual pleasures
    synonyms: sensuality, sensualness
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    type of:
    concupiscence, eros, physical attraction, sexual desire
    a desire for sexual intimacy
  2. noun
    (philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good
    synonyms: sensationalism
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    type of:
    philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory
    a doctrine accepted by adherents to a philosophy
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