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Emotion

UK /["/ɪˈməʊʃn/"]/US /["/ɪˈməʊʃn/"]/

Definition

a strong feeling such as love, fear or anger; the part of a person’s character that consists of feelings

In simple words: A strong feeling, like happiness or sadness.

Examples

  • Her eyes were filled with emotion during the movie.
  • It's important to express your emotion rather than keep it inside.
  • He felt a wave of emotion when he saw his childhood home again.
  • Understanding your own emotion can help you connect with others better.
  • The artist's work captures the raw emotion of his experiences.
  • Different cultures express emotion in various ways.
  • It’s natural to feel a range of emotion during significant life events.
  • She spoke about her emotion regarding the situation at hand.

Usage notes

Use 'emotion' in contexts related to feelings or psychological states. It's appropriate in both spoken and written language, but consider using simpler terms with younger learners.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'E-MOTION' like a car moving fast when you feel something strongly.

Collocations

  • deep
  • extreme
  • intense
  • flicker
  • hint
  • trace
  • experience
  • feel
  • be choked with
  • with emotion
  • without emotion
  • depth of emotion
  • intensity of emotion
  • emotions run high

Synonyms

  • feeling
  • passion
  • sentiment
  • affection
  • reaction

Antonyms

  • indifference
  • apathy

Common mistakes

  • 'Emotions' is often incorrectly used as a singular noun.
  • Learners might confuse 'emotion' with 'mood'.
  • Some may use 'emotional' when they mean 'emotion'.