emotions
Translation
emotions, feelings
Examples
He finds it hard to express his emotions.
He finds it hard to express his emotions.
Fear and joy are basic human emotions.
Fear and joy are basic human emotions.
Grammar Patterns
to express/show/hide ((one's)) emotions to communicate or conceal one's feelings He finds it hard to express his emotions.
a range of emotions a variety of different feelings The film evoked a wide range of emotions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: feelings, sentiments
Etymology
From Latin 'emovere' (to move out, stir up), from 'e-' (out) + 'movere' (to move). An emotion is something that 'moves' you.
Memory Tips
Think of 'e-motion' as 'energy in motion'. Emotions are the energies that move us to act.