emotion in English
- emotion⇄emotion, noun.
1. a strong feeling of any kind. Hate, fear, excitement, anger, love, joy, and grief are emotions.
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emotion in Kashmiri कॉशुर
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Emotion
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ɪˈmoʊʃ(ə)n/ (American) | /ɪˈməʊʃ(ə)n/ (British)
Definitions
- A strong feeling deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.
- A conscious experience characterized by intense mental activity and a high degree of pleasure or displeasure.
- Instinctive or intuitive feeling as distinguished from reasoning or knowledge.
Usage Examples
- "Her voice was filled with emotion as she recounted the story."
- "He struggled to hide his emotions during the farewell speech."
Etymology
Derived from the French émotion, which originates from the Latin emovere ("to move out, remove, agitate"), where e- means "out" and movere means "to move."
Synonyms
- Feeling
- Sentiment
- Sensation
- Passion
- Affect
Antonyms
- Apathy
- Indifference
- Unconcern
- Detachment
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | emoción | /e-moˈθjon/ |
| French | émotion | /e.mo.sjɔ̃/ |
| German | Emotion | /eˈmoːtsi̯oːn/ |
| Hindi | भावना | /bhaː.vaː.naː/ |
| Chinese | 情感 | /qíng gǎn/ |
| Japanese | 感情 | /kan-jō/ |
| More than 30 Indian languages... | ... | ... |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
In American English, 'emotion' is typically pronounced with a clear 'oʊ' sound, whereas in British English, it leans towards a softer 'əʊ'. Some dialects may further shorten or elongate certain vowels.
Historical Usage
The word 'emotion' has been in use since the 16th century, primarily referring to physical agitation or movement. Over time, it evolved to encompass psychological states and intense human feelings, particularly during the Romantic era when emotions became central to literature and philosophy.
Cultural Nuances
Different cultures have unique ways of expressing and interpreting emotions. For example, in some East Asian cultures, emotional restraint is valued, whereas in many Western cultures, open emotional expression is encouraged. Words for emotions also vary widely; some languages have terms that describe feelings not directly translatable into English.
More Information
Emotions play a critical role in human behavior, influencing decision-making, social interactions, and mental health. Modern psychology categorizes emotions into primary (happiness, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, and disgust) and complex emotions (guilt, pride, love, etc.). Neuroscientific research continues to explore how emotions are processed in the brain, with findings showing that areas such as the amygdala and prefrontal cortex are heavily involved.