SENTIMENTS Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

sentiments

noun

plural of sentiment

as in feelings

a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation a sentiment of happiness and goodwill

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Relevance

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insensitivities

as in opinions

an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge antiwar sentiments

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facts
truths

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Recent Examples of sentiments The lyrics describe the sorrows of a family separated by slavery, and Frederick Douglass praised the song for awakening abolitionist sentiments. — David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026 Francesco Sciortino, co-founder and CEO of Proxima Fusion, an energy startup that’s developing commercial nuclear fusion power plants, echoed similar sentiments about finding a natural home in the region. — Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Amazon shoppers share my sentiments towards Colourpop’s summer-ready skin tint. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 30 June 2026 District Board President José Magaña echoed these sentiments. — Shivali H. Patra, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 Allen leans into those sentiments. — Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 28 June 2026 If Toy Story 5 were aimed mainly at children, this would be of little consequence, but the movie clearly wants to appeal to the sentiments of those responsible for buying tickets — the parents. — Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 27 June 2026 There are many reasons for the drop in gold prices, but high interest rates, rising oil prices and changing Federal Reserve sentiments have certainly played a role. — Aly J Yale, CBS News, 22 June 2026 The Holocaust denier and conspiracy theorist Ian Carroll shared his story and repeated his sentiments about Jews. — Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026

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Noun

The Hawks continued the good feelings from their Summer League outings in Salt Lake City.

— Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Ultimately, the reassurances about community resources and air quality failed to quell the fury inside the room as residents took the microphone during the Q&A section and repeatedly expressed feelings of betrayal and mistrust.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of feelings

Noun

The Supreme Court has released a slew of opinions to mark the end of its current term, and one of them could prove to be a landmark case for personal protections.

— Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 2 July 2026
In Berlin, talent were constantly asked about their political opinions at the film press conferences.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026

Definition of opinions

Noun

The theory suggests that emotions such as hope, joy and love help expand a person’s range of thoughts and actions after an emotional experience.

— Katelyn Frey, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
Standing alone on the mound taught him how to manage failure, control his emotions and move on to the next pitch.

— Latif Love July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

Definition of emotions

Noun

Spare as a schoolyard chant, stalwart producer Kenny Laguna created a perfect back-and-forth between crisp handclaps and dirty chords.

— Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026
These seemingly innocuous incidents attain new significance as they’re revisited alongside a slow crescendo that suddenly turns to shuddering piano chords on the track’s bridge.

— Nick Ayres DeMasi, Pitchfork, 1 July 2026

Definition of chords

Noun

Social media and technology firms employ some of the brightest minds in the world and increasingly sophisticated AI tools to maximize user engagement.

— Paul Jester, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026
Supply chains weren’t at the forefront of the minds of healthcare organizations before 2020.

— Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 8 July 2026

Definition of minds

Noun

There are early signs that views may have changed in the six years since the governing board unanimously voted to eliminate SAT and ACT requirements.

— Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
The 24-year-old South Korean artist will also be performing on the Museum’s Ray Charles Rooftop Terrance, where attendees can enjoy the show with views of downtown Los Angeles.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of views

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