Definition

A person who is very emotional or whose actions and thoughts are influenced more by feelings than by logic.

Example

As an emotionalist, she often made decisions based on her feelings rather than on facts.

Conversation

Have you noticed how some people are such emotionalists during debates?

Yeah, it's like they forget to use logic and just focus on feelings.

Exactly! It can be really hard to have a rational conversation with them.

For sure, emotions are important, but they shouldn't take over the whole discussion.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emotionalist → It is formed from "emotional" (from Latin "emotio" meaning a moving out or stirring up) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). The word "emotionalist" refers to a person who emphasizes or is concerned with emotions.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is deeply 'moved' ('emotio') by feelings — that's why an emotionalist is someone who focuses on emotions.

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