as in feelings
a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation
my emotions after hearing the shocking news went from utter disbelief to overwhelming sorrow
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Recent Examples of emotions
But getting picked by this coach, with this quarterback, in this offense took the emotions to a higher level.
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Nate Atkins, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Denials, appeals and habeas corpus Juan and Donovan’s emotions swing wildly between hope and despair, depending on the day.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The dance began as a way for individuals to release and express anger and emotions in a safe, non-violent way.
—Dominick Williams, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2026
There’s definitely a lot of emotions.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Best of the rest The rest of the first round was filled with a lot of emotions, surprises and cheering.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
If emotions rise, pause and restate what’s been agreed on in simple terms.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
An artist helps people feel emotions deep within their body.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Art can come from the troubling emotions and complex relationships that are often the byproduct of a creative process that is messy, human and complicated.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
Nate Atkins, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Denials, appeals and habeas corpus Juan and Donovan’s emotions swing wildly between hope and despair, depending on the day.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The dance began as a way for individuals to release and express anger and emotions in a safe, non-violent way.
—Dominick Williams, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2026
There’s definitely a lot of emotions.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Best of the rest The rest of the first round was filled with a lot of emotions, surprises and cheering.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
If emotions rise, pause and restate what’s been agreed on in simple terms.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
An artist helps people feel emotions deep within their body.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Art can come from the troubling emotions and complex relationships that are often the byproduct of a creative process that is messy, human and complicated.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emotions
Noun
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus to your feelings and responses.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Violence can come from feelings of powerlessness and desperation.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The first concert starts with Ciani’s signature ocean sounds before Cunningham’s chords—dull, glassy—add an atonal sheen.—
Andrew Ryce,
Pitchfork,
9 Apr. 2026
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The chords came before the lyrics and the creepy chord changes were really inspiring to me.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Emotions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emotions. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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