A233 words
Emotions and Feelings
Words to describe how you feel.
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Words in this collection
- sadadjectivesædFeeling or showing sorrow; unhappy.
- boredadjectivebɔrdFeeling weary and impatient because one is unoccupied or lacks interest in one's current activity.
- calmadjectivekɑːmThe absence of strong emotions, disturbance, or violent activity; a state of peace and quiet.
- stressnounstrĕsA state of mental or emotional strain resulting from demanding or adverse circumstances.
- emotionnounĭ-mō<strong>′</strong>shənA strong feeling such as joy, anger, fear, or sadness that arises from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.
- feelingnounˈfiːlɪŋAn emotional state or reaction; a sensation perceived through the senses or the mind.
- laughverb-intransitivelæfTo make the spontaneous sounds and movements of the face and body that are the instinctive expressions of lively amusement and sometimes also of derision.
- cryverb-intransitivekraɪto produce tears from the eyes, typically as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow
- smilenounsmaɪlA facial expression formed primarily by turning the corners of the mouth upward, often indicating pleasure, friendliness, amusement, or approval.
- moodnounmudA temporary emotional or psychological state of mind, atmosphere, or feeling.
- enjoyverb-transitiveɛnˈdʒɔɪto take pleasure in something
- loveverblʌvAn intense feeling of deep affection, typically for another person, or a great interest and pleasure in something.
- hateverb-transitiveheɪtIntense or passionate dislike for someone or something.
- fearnounfɪərAn unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or harm.
- hopenounhəʊpA feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen; to want something to happen or be true, accompanied by some confidence.
- wishverb-transitivewɪʃTo have a strong, often unattainable, desire for something, or to express a hope.
- missverb-transitivemɪsTo fail to hit, reach, connect with, or notice something or someone.
- rememberverbrɪˈmɛmbəto have or keep an image, idea, or fact in your mind, or to bring it back into your mind.
- forgetverb-transitivefərˈgɛtTo fail to remember; to be unable to recall a fact, event, or intention.
- surpriseverb-transitivesərˈpraɪzAn unexpected event or the feeling caused by something unexpected.
- shockverbshŏkA sudden, intense, and often unpleasant feeling of surprise, alarm, or dismay; a violent or jarring impact.
- disappointverbˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntto fail to meet the hopes or expectations of someone; to let someone down.
- annoyverbəˈnɔɪTo cause someone slight, persistent irritation or displeasure, often through repetitive or bothersome actions.
- upsetverb-transitiveʌpˈsɛtto make someone unhappy, worried, or angry; to disturb the normal state of something
- confusedadjectivekənˈfyuzdUnable to think clearly or understand something; lacking clarity or order.
- seriousadjectiveˈsɪərɪəsThinking or behaving in a careful, thoughtful, and grave manner, not joking or frivolous.
- funnyˈfʌnɪCausing laughter or amusement; humorous.
- kindnounkaɪndA group with shared characteristics, or the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.
- friendlyadjectiveˈfrɛndlɪBehaving in a kind and pleasant way towards someone; showing that you like them and are ready to help.
- shyadjectiveʃaɪA feeling of nervousness, timidity, or discomfort when in the presence of or interacting with other people.
- braveadjectivebreɪvshowing courage when facing danger, pain, or difficulty
- scaredadjectiveskɛərdFeeling fear; frightened or alarmed.
- confidentadjectiveˈkɒnfɪdəntFeeling sure about one's own abilities or qualities; having self-assurance.