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Sensory Pleasure

adj.

sensuous

Meaning: involving sensory gratification

Usage: Paul found drinking Coke, with all the little bubbles bursting on his tongue, a very sensuous experience.

adj.

sensual

Meaning: involving sensory gratification, usually related to intimacy

Usage: With a coy smile, the guest on the blind-date show announced that he considered himself a very sensual person.

adj.

palatable

Meaning: agreeable to the taste or sensibilities

Usage: Despite the unpleasant smell, the exotic cheese was quite palatable.