producing or designed to produce a startling effect, strong reaction, intense interest, etc., esp. by exaggerated, superficial, or lurid elements

a sensational novel.

extraordinarily good; conspicuously excellent; phenomenal

a sensational quarterback.

of or pertaining to the senses or sensation.

adjective

ordinary , run-of-the-mill , unexceptional , usual , bad , inferior , poor

adjective

amazing , arresting , astounding , breathtaking , coarse , colored , conspicuous , dramatic , electrifying , emotional , excessive , exciting , extravagant , hair-raising , horrifying , juicy * , livid , lurid , marked , melodramatic , noticeable , outstanding , piquant , pointed , prominent , pungent , remarkable , revealing , rough , salient , scandalous , sensationalistic , shocking , signal , spectacular , staggering , stimulating , sultry , tabloid * , thrilling , vulgar , x-rated * , agitating , astonishing , cool * , dandy * , divine , eloquent , exceptional , fabulous , first-class * , glorious , impressive , incredible , keen , marvelous , mind-blowing , most * , moving , out of this world , smashing , stirring , surprising , zero cool , sensitive , sensorial , sensory , sensual , sensuous , histrionic , histrionical , theatric , theatrical , fantastic , fantastical , splendid , superb , terrific , wonderful , boffo , smash , startling , stunning