Definition

A mental state that comes from feelings, often causing physical changes in the body; it includes feelings like happiness, sadness, anger, and love.

Example

She expressed her emotion through her art, capturing the joy and sorrow of life.

Conversation

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your emotion?

Definitely! Sometimes it just hits you out of nowhere.

Yeah, I find it hard to express that kind of emotion sometimes.

Same here! But talking about it really helps.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emotion → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "movere" (meaning to move). The word describes a state that moves us out of our usual state of being, reflecting feelings that stir us.

Memory Tip

Think of feelings that 'move you out' ('e-') of your usual state — that's what emotion means.

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