English
Sensory details.
Definition
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
Real-world.
- 1 Sight: "The sunset painted the sky in streaks of orange and violet"
- 2 Sound: "The floorboards groaned under his weight"
- 3 Touch and smell: "The warm bread crackled in her hands, filling the kitchen with a yeasty aroma"