Feelings are the words we use to describe our emotions, moods, and states of mind. Learning these words helps you talk about yourself and understand others better.
Emotions
Emotions are strong feelings that usually have a clear cause and can often be seen in our behavior or facial expressions.
English Word | English Definition | Example Sentence |
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Happy | Feeling good and joyful | I feel happy when I see my friends. |
Sad | Feeling unhappy or sorrowful | She was sad after watching the movie. |
Angry | Feeling mad or upset | He became angry when he lost the game. |
Scared | Feeling afraid or frightened | I’m scared of spiders. |
Surprised | Feeling shocked or amazed | We were surprised by the unexpected gift. |
Moods
Moods last longer than emotions and can affect how we feel overall, but they might not have a specific reason.
English Word | English Definition | Example Sentence |
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Tired | Feeling that you need rest | I’m tired after a long day at work. |
Bored | Feeling uninterested or tired of something | She was bored during the lecture. |
Relaxed | Feeling calm and free from stress | I feel relaxed after a yoga class. |
Anxious | Feeling worried or nervous | He was anxious before the exam. |
Excited | Feeling very happy and eager | We’re excited about the upcoming trip. |
Positive Feelings
These are feelings that make us feel good about ourselves and the world around us.
English Word | English Definition | Example Sentence |
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Grateful | Feeling thankful | I’m grateful for your help. |
Proud | Feeling good about something you’ve done | She’s proud of her painting. |
Hopeful | Feeling optimistic about the future | We’re hopeful that things will improve. |
Confident | Feeling sure about yourself | He is confident speaking in public. |
Loving | Feeling deep affection for someone | She feels loving toward her family. |
He is ___ speaking in front of large crowds.
confident
Feeling confident means feeling sure of yourself, especially when doing a challenging task.
Negative Feelings
These are feelings that can make us feel uncomfortable or unhappy.
English Word | English Definition | Example Sentence |
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Lonely | Feeling sad because you are alone | He felt lonely after moving to a new city. |
Frustrated | Feeling annoyed because you can’t do something | I’m frustrated that my computer won’t work. |
Jealous | Feeling unhappy because someone else has something you want | She was jealous of her sister’s success. |
Guilty | Feeling bad because you think you’ve done something wrong | He felt guilty for forgetting her birthday. |
Disappointed | Feeling unhappy because something didn’t happen as you hoped | I was disappointed when the concert was canceled. |
I was ___ when the concert was canceled.
disappointed
Feeling disappointed means feeling unhappy because something didn’t happen as you expected or hoped.
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- Example Sentence: I feel happy when I see my friends.
- English Word: Happy
- English Definition: Feeling good and joyful
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025