C1noun 2K

Sentiment

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsentɪmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsentɪmənt/"]/

Meaning of Sentiment

a feeling or an opinion, especially one based on emotions

In simple words: A feeling or emotion about something.

Sentiment in a sentence

• The overall sentiment of the article was positive, highlighting the benefits of the new policy.
• Investor sentiment turned bearish after the unexpected drop in the stock market.
• The politician's speech was filled with patriotic sentiment to appeal to the crowd.
• Social media sentiment analysis helps companies understand public opinion about their products.
• Her sentiment towards the project changed once she realized the challenges involved.
• Sentiment in literature often reveals the author's emotional perspective on the subject.
• The sentiment expressed by customers in their reviews was overwhelmingly favorable.
• There was a sentimental sentiment in the letter that touched everyone's hearts.

How to use Sentiment

Use this word when discussing feelings or opinions, especially in contexts like psychology or marketing. It is less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think 'sent on a mission' — your feelings are on a mission to guide your reactions.

Related words

Collocations with Sentiment

• deep
• strong
• growing
• express
• voice
• agree with
• run
• sentiments about
• sentiments on
• sentiment against
• I, we, etc. appreciate the sentiment
• my sentiments exactly
• deep
• strong
• growing
• express
• voice
• agree with
• run
• sentiments about
• sentiments on
• sentiment against
• I, we, etc. appreciate the sentiment
• my sentiments exactly

Synonyms for Sentiment

• feeling
• emotion
• opinion
• attitude
• mood

Opposites of Sentiment

• indifference
• apathy
• disregard

Common mistakes with Sentiment

• Confused with 'sentimentality', which implies excessive emotions.
• Using 'sentiment' as a verb; it's only a noun.
• Mixing up with 'emotion' which is broader.

Frequently asked questions about Sentiment

What does Sentiment mean?

A feeling or emotion about something.

What is the definition of Sentiment?

a feeling or an opinion, especially one based on emotions

How do you use Sentiment in a sentence?

The overall sentiment of the article was positive, highlighting the benefits of the new policy.

Can you give another example of Sentiment?

Investor sentiment turned bearish after the unexpected drop in the stock market.

What are synonyms for Sentiment?

Common alternatives include feeling, emotion, opinion, attitude, mood.

What is the opposite of Sentiment?

Opposite meanings include indifference, apathy, disregard.

What words go with Sentiment?

It commonly pairs with deep, strong, growing, express, voice, agree with, run, sentiments about, sentiments on, sentiment against, I, we, etc. appreciate the sentiment, my sentiments exactly, deep, strong, growing, express, voice, agree with, run, sentiments about, sentiments on, sentiment against, I, we, etc. appreciate the sentiment, my sentiments exactly.

What are common mistakes when using Sentiment?

Confused with 'sentimentality', which implies excessive emotions. Using 'sentiment' as a verb; it's only a noun. Mixing up with 'emotion' which is broader.

How do you pronounce Sentiment?

US: /["/ˈsentɪmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsentɪmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sentiment?

Use this word when discussing feelings or opinions, especially in contexts like psychology or marketing. It is less common in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Sentiment?

"Sentiment" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.