Meaning of hyperesthetic | Babel Free
Definitions
- Relating to, or exhibiting, hyperesthesia.
- Excessively esthetic
Examples
“It is probable, however, that here, as well as in the case of Shakespeare, and in that of Tennyson's love⟳ for his youthful friend, Arthur Hallam, as well as of Montaigne for Etienne de la Boëtie, although such strong friendships may involve⟳ an element of sexual emotion, we have⟳ no true and definite homosexual impulse; homosexuality is merely simulated by the ardent and hyperesthetic emotions of the poet.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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