Sensory details
EnglishDefinition
Descriptive language that appeals to one or more of the five senses — sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch — to help readers vividly experience what is being described. Sensory details make writing more immersive and emotionally engaging.
Examples
- Sight: "The sunset painted the sky in streaks of orange and violet"
- Sound: "The floorboards groaned under his weight"
- Touch and smell: "The warm bread crackled in her hands, filling the kitchen with a yeasty aroma"
Study This Concept
Practice sensory details with free review games in these units: