emotion

Definition

  • noun: a strong feeling (such as love, anger, joy, hate, or fear)
  • noun: the affective aspect of consciousness
  • synonyms: disturbance, excitement, feeling

Examples

  • I have 'mixed emotions' [='mixed feelings'] about doing this. [=I'm not sure if I want to do this or not]

  • He's always found it hard to express (his) 'emotions'. [=to show his feelings]

  • The defendant showed/displayed no 'emotion' when the verdict was read.

Movie quotes

  • (..) -Some lack vision. Probably everybody in cellblock E. That's $. -What's the first lesson in poker? -Never bet on the-- -No, leave emotion at the door. -Right. Today's lesson: How to draw out the bluff. That much money early in the game.... He has nothing better than (..)
    2001 Ocean's Eleven