Lingo

Feelings

30 Words

15m

melancholy
1.
me
lan
cho
ly
Noun

a feeling of long-lasting sadness that often cannot be explained

She couldn't shake off the melancholy that lingered after saying goodbye to her childhood home.

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despondency
2.
des
pon
den
cy
Noun

the state of being unhappy and despairing

In the depths of his despondency, he struggled to find a reason to get out of bed each morning.

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inhibition
3.
inh
i
bi
tion
Noun

a feeling of self-consciousness, restraint, or a limiting factor that hinders the free expression of one's thoughts, emotions, or actions

His fear of public speaking created a strong inhibition that made it challenging for him to address large audiences.

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dejection
4.
de
jec
tion
Noun

a state of low spirits, sadness, or melancholy

The loss in the final match was evident in the players' faces, displaying a collective sense of dejection.

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desperation
5.
des
pe
ra
tion
Noun

a state of extreme urgency, hopelessness, or despair

The refugees crossed the border in a state of desperation, seeking safety from the conflict in their homeland.

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composure
6.
com
po
sure
Noun

a state of calmness and self-control, especially in difficult or challenging situations

Even in the face of adversity, she maintained her composure and approached the situation with a level head.

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awe
7.
awe
Noun

a feeling of reverence, respect, and wonder inspired by something grand, powerful, or extraordinary

The talented musician's performance left the audience in awe of his skill and artistry.

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exuberance
8.
e
xu
be
rance
Noun

the quality of being full of energy, enthusiasm, liveliness, and excitement

The children's exuberance was evident as they played and laughed in the park.

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radiance
9.
ra
diance
Noun

a happy, glowing look from being really healthy and feeling great on the inside

Regular exercise and laughter kept her radiance undimmed well into her senior years.

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mirth
10.
mirth
Noun

a feeling of happiness, joy, or amusement

The children's faces lit up with mirth as they played games and enjoyed the party.

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11.
bliss
ful
ness
Noun

a state of extreme happiness, joy, or contentment

The newlyweds basked in the blissfulness of their honeymoon, surrounded by love and happiness.

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enchantment
12.
en
chant
ment
Noun

a state of great admiration or fascination caused by something beautiful, wonderful, or unusual

The audience watched in enchantment as the ballet unfolded.

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elation
13.
e
la
tion
Noun

a feeling of joyful pride or high spirits

She felt a surge of elation after hearing the good news.

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ecstasy
14.
ecs
ta
sy
Noun

an overwhelming feeling of intense delight or extreme happiness

The breathtaking sunset over the ocean filled her with a sense of ecstasy, as she marveled at the beauty of nature.

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bliss
15.
bliss
Noun

a state of complete happiness, joy, and contentment

Lounging in a hammock on a sunny beach, he experienced a profound sense of bliss as the waves gently lapped at the shore.

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jubilation
16.
ju
bi
la
tion
Noun

a joyful celebration or festive occasion marking a happy event

The victory parade was a national jubilation.

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exhilaration
17.
exh
i
la
ra
tion
Noun

a feeling of excitement, enthusiasm, and invigoration

The roller coaster ride provided an exhilaration that left the riders with a rush of adrenaline and laughter.

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euphoria
18.
eu
pho
ria
Noun

a feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or pleasure

The euphoria of winning the championship was overwhelming.

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rapture
19.
rap
ture
Noun

a feeling of being carried away by overwhelming emotion, often associated with deep love, happiness, or spiritual experiences

As they exchanged vows, a wave of rapture washed over the couple, realizing the depth of their commitment to each other.

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glee
20.
glee
Noun

great happiness or joy, often accompanied by laughter or a sense of amusement

The children's faces lit up with glee as they opened their presents on Christmas morning.

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zeal
21.
zeal
Noun

a great enthusiasm directed toward achieving something

The teacher's zeal for education inspired her students to pursue knowledge and excel in their studies.

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ennui
22.
enn
ui
Noun

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

She sighed with ennui as she stared at the clock, waiting for the workday to end.

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apathy
23.
a
pa
thy
Noun

a general lack of interest, concern, or enthusiasm toward things in life

The student's apathy towards his studies was evident in his consistently low grades.

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trepidation
24.
tre
pi
da
tion
Noun

a state of nervousness or fear, anticipating that something bad may occur

As the deadline approached, she felt a sense of trepidation about the upcoming exam.

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ambivalence
25.
am
bi
va
lence
Noun

the state of having mixed or opposing feelings

The announcement of the policy change was met with ambivalence by the employees, who saw both pros and cons.

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languor
26.
lan
guor
Noun

a feeling of ease and comfort, often with a sense of laziness or lack of urgency

The soft melodies of the harp filled the room with a sense of languor that made everyone feel at peace.

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27.
dis
quie
tude
Noun

a state of unease, anxiety, or mental unrest

She felt a deep disquietude before giving her speech.

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equanimity
28.
eq
ua
ni
mi
ty
Noun

the ability to maintain one's emotional balance and composure regardless of external circumstances

Through years of meditation practice, she had cultivated great equanimity and could face challenges with a calm and steady mind.

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vexation
29.
vex
a
tion
Noun

a condition of mental discomfort caused by annoyance, anxiety, or frustration

Her constant lateness was a source of vexation to the team.

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chagrin
30.
chag
rin
Noun

a state of embarrassment due to failing, getting humiliated, or disappointed

His chagrin was palpable when he realized he had forgotten his lines during the play.

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