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visceral

adjectiveformalcommon/viʃɨˈɾal/vis·ce·ral

Definitions

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1

Relating to the viscera, the internal organs in the main cavities of the body.

Usage examples

He complained of a sharp, visceral pain in his abdomen.
The scan revealed a visceral abnormality.

Synonyms

Common combinations

visceral painvisceral organsvisceral cavity
2

Relating to deep inward feelings rather than to the intellect; instinctive.

Usage examples

Her fear of spiders was visceral and uncontrollable.
The film evoked a visceral reaction from the audience.

Common combinations

visceral reactionvisceral fearvisceral hatred