Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

visceral-reaction

noun

/ˈvɪs.ə.rəl rɪˈæk.ʃən/

Definition

A strong emotional response that is instinctive and deeply felt, rather than considered or deliberate.

Examples

Her visceral reaction to the news left everyone speechless.
He felt a visceral reaction when he watched the documentary about climate change.
Many people’s visceral reactions to the artwork varied significantly.

Meaning

This term refers to an immediate and often intense emotional response that comes from deep within a person’s feelings rather than from logical thinking.