Emotion: meaning, definitions and examples

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emotion

[ ɪˈməʊʃ(ə)n ]

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expressing feelings

A strong feeling such as love or anger, or strong feelings in general

Synonyms

feeling, passion, sentiment

Examples of usage

She was overcome with emotion at the sight of her child.
The speech was filled with emotion and brought tears to many eyes.

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psychology

A complex psychological state that involves three distinct components: a subjective experience, a physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response

Synonyms

affect, feeling, mood

Examples of usage

The study of emotion is a fundamental aspect of psychology.
Emotions can have a significant impact on behavior and decision-making.

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literature

A literary work or artistic expression that evokes strong feelings in the audience

Synonyms

feeling, passion, sentiment

Examples of usage

The movie was a powerful exploration of human emotions.
The poem resonated with readers on an emotional level.

Translations

Translations of the word "emotion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 emoção

🇮🇳 भावना

भावना
इमोशन

🇩🇪 Emotion

🇮🇩 emosi

🇺🇦 емоція

🇵🇱 emocja

🇯🇵 感情 (かんじょう)

🇫🇷 émotion

🇪🇸 emoción

🇹🇷 duygu

🇰🇷 감정 (gamjeong)

🇸🇦 عاطفة

🇨🇿 emoce

🇸🇰 emócia

🇨🇳 情感 (qínggǎn)

🇸🇮 čustvo

🇮🇸 tilfinning

🇰🇿 эмоция

🇬🇪 ემოცია

🇦🇿 emosiya

🇲🇽 emoción

Word origin

The word 'emotion' comes from the Latin word 'emotio' meaning a stirring up, agitation, or excitement. The concept of emotions has been studied throughout history by philosophers, psychologists, and artists, leading to various theories and interpretations of this fundamental aspect of human experience. Emotions play a crucial role in shaping our interactions, relationships, and understanding of the world around us.