Cool MateSentiment
UK /["/ˈsentɪmənt/"]/US /["/ˈsentɪmənt/"]/
Definition
a feeling or an opinion, especially one based on emotions
In simple words: A feeling or emotion about something.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- 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
- feeling
- emotion
- opinion
- attitude
- mood
Antonyms
- indifference
- apathy
- disregard
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'sentimentality', which implies excessive emotions.
- Using 'sentiment' as a verb; it's only a noun.
- Mixing up with 'emotion' which is broader.