Lingo

Negative Emotions

29 Words

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desolation
1.
de
so
la
tion
Noun

a state of complete emptiness, loneliness, or devastation

Standing amidst the ruins, the explorer felt a profound sense of desolation, imagining the vibrant city that once existed.

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frustration
2.
frust
ra
tion
Noun

the feeling of being impatient, annoyed, or upset because of being unable to do or achieve what is desired

His frustration was evident when his computer crashed in the middle of his work.

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agony
3.
a
go
ny
Noun

severe physical or mental pain

The patient endured the agony of chronic migraines for years.

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discontent
4.
dis
con
tent
Adjective

having a feeling of unhappiness or dissatisfaction with a situation

She was discontent with her job, feeling overlooked for promotions.

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bitterness
5.
bi
tter
ness
Noun

the sharp and unpleasant taste often found in coffee, dark chocolate, or certain vegetables

The bitterness of the black coffee lingered on her palate.

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wrath
6.
wrath
Noun

an intense sense of rage

The protesters faced the wrath of the authorities, who responded with brutal force and violence.

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guilt
7.
guilt
Noun

a feeling of responsibility or remorse arising from a belief that one has committed a wrongdoing or failed to meet a moral standard

The defendant's eyes revealed a deep sense of guilt as the judge read out the charges in the courtroom.

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remorse
8.
re
morse
Noun

a sense of great regret that one feels as a result of having done something bad or wrong

He felt deep remorse after realizing how his actions had hurt others.

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embarrassment
9.
em
ba
rrass
ment
Noun

a feeling of distress, shyness, or guilt as a result of an uncomfortable situation

She blushed with embarrassment after tripping in front of everyone.

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humiliation
10.
hu
mi
lia
tion
Noun

great embarrassment as a result of having been made to look stupid

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agitation
11.
a
gi
ta
tion
Noun

a state of extreme anxiety

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restlessness
12.
rest
less
ness
Noun

a state of impatience or unease, characterized by a persistent desire for change, action, or relief from a current situation

The long wait at the airport fueled a sense of restlessness among the passengers eager to board their flights.

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pessimism
13.
pe
ssi
mi
sm
Noun

the negative quality of having doubts about the future and expect the worst possible outcomes

His pessimism about the project affected the team's morale.

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abandonment
14.
a
ban
don
ment
Noun

a state of being left behind, deserted, or without support or care

The puppy displayed signs of distress after experiencing abandonment, eagerly seeking comfort and companionship.

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vulnerability
15.
vul
ne
ra
bi
li
ty
Noun

the state of being exposed to the possibility of emotional distress

Opening up about his personal struggles revealed a rare vulnerability in the stoic leader.

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irritation
16.
i
rri
ta
tion
Noun

a feeling of annoyance or discomfort caused by something that is bothersome or unpleasant

The long wait at the doctor's office was a source of irritation for all the patients.

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boredom
17.
bore
dom
Noun

the feeling of being uninterested or restless because things are dull or repetitive

After sitting in the waiting room for hours, he couldn’t shake the feeling of boredom.

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heartbreak
18.
heart
break
Noun

a feeling of great distress or sadness

Experiencing heartbreak after the end of a long-term relationship can be devastating.

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woe
19.
woe
Noun

a state of suffering or misfortune, often accompanied by a sense of grief or sadness

Her face reflected the woe of unrequited love as she watched him walk away without a backward glance.

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displeasure
20.
dis
plea
sure
Noun

the state of being dissatisfied, discontented, or unhappy

The customer's displeasure with the service was evident in the stern tone of their complaint.

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unhappiness
21.
un
ha
ppi
ness
Noun

the state or condition of not being happy, characterized by feelings of dissatisfaction, discontent, or sorrow

Her unhappiness was evident despite her attempts to smile.

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rage
22.
rage
Noun

great anger that is hard to contain

His rage was evident when he slammed the door.

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panic
23.
pa
nic
Noun

a feeling of extreme fear and anxiety that makes one unable to think clearly

The fire alarm caused everyone to rush out in panic.

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grudge
24.
grudge
Noun

a deep feeling of anger and dislike toward someone because of what they did in the past

She still held a grudge against her colleague for taking credit for her work.

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blame
25.
blame
Verb

to say or feel that someone or something is responsible for a mistake or problem

The teacher decided to blame the entire class for the disruption, even though only a few students were involved.

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discomfort
26.
dis
com
fort
Noun

an unpleasant physical feeling, like a mild or moderate pain, tightness, irritation, itch, or lack of ease in the body

Prolonged sitting in an awkward position can lead to muscle discomfort in the lower back and legs.

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despair
27.
des
pair
Noun

a feeling of total hopelessness

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anguish
28.
ang
uish
Noun

a state of extreme physical pain or mental distress

The news of the accident brought her profound anguish as she waited for updates on her loved ones.

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resentment
29.
re
sent
ment
Noun

the feeling of anger and dissatisfaction because one thinks something is unfair

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