In this post, you’ll learn 12 advanced English nouns for emotions that will help you express yourself more naturally and accurately in conversations. Many English learners use the same basic words like happiness, anger, but today, we’ll introduce you to more advanced vocabulary that native speakers use.
Understanding and using the right words for emotions will make your English more expressive and help you communicate with confidence.
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12 Advanced English Nouns for Emotions
Harry
There are many ways to talk about feelings, but using more advanced vocabulary can make your English sound richer and more expressive. These small changes can help you sound more fluent and natural.
So in this lesson, we’ll go through a list of advanced nouns related to emotions, one by one. I’ll explain what each one means, give you some examples, and help you understand how you can use them in real conversations.
Let’s get started.
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agitation
Meaning: a feeling of nervousness or restlessness caused by worry or excitement
Examples:
He showed agitation as he waited to hear if he got the promotion.
She showed agitation while pacing nervously, unsure if her house offer had been accepted.
There was a sign of agitation in his voice when he picked up the phone.
boastfulness
Meaning: talking too much about achievements or possessions to show off
Examples:
He was full of boastfulness, constantly talking about how many sales he made this month.
Her boastfulness annoyed everyone at dinner as she went on about how luxurious her holiday was.
infatuation
Meaning: a strong but short-lived admiration or obsession with someone or something
Examples:
He had an infatuation with the girl in the office, even though he knew she already had a boyfriend.
She had a brief infatuation with a trendy café but soon went back to her usual spot.
Her infatuation with a celebrity quickly disappeared after she met them in real life.
He had a brief infatuation with a hobby but quickly lost interest when it became challenging.
12 Advanced English Nouns for Emotions
humiliation
Meaning: the painful feeling of embarrassment when someone makes you feel bad about yourself
Examples:
The humiliation of being laughed at by her colleagues after her mistake was unbearable.
She felt deep humiliation when her boss slammed a file on her desk and criticised her in front of the whole team.
indignation
Meaning: anger or frustration caused by something unfair or disrespectful
Examples:
The residents were full of indignation when they received letters saying their land would be taken to widen the road.
His indignation grew as he watched the council workers measure his front garden.
sorrow
Meaning: a deep sadness, often caused by loss or disappointment
Examples:
She felt deep sorrow when her dog was put down.
There was sorrow in his voice as he talked about losing his grandmother.
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empathy
Meaning: the ability to understand and share another person’s feelings or experiences
Examples:
He showed empathy by helping refugees feel welcome in the community.
He showed empathy by donating clothes and supplies to help refugees rebuild their lives.
She felt empathy for her neighbour who’d just lost their job, so she offered to help however she could.
adoration
Meaning: deep love or admiration for someone or something
Examples:
The team’s adoration for their boss was clear when they gave him a farewell party after 20 years of working together.
Everyone was full of adoration for Bill because he was always kind, fair, and got the work done.
The children’s adoration for their favourite teacher was evident during the farewell party.
His adoration of classic books began when he discovered his grandfather’s collection.
fury
Meaning: a powerful and intense anger that can feel overwhelming
Examples:
He exploded with fury, yelling at the driver who had crashed into his car.
His fury was uncontrollable as he smashed his fist on the table in frustration.
12 Advanced English Nouns for Emotions
gratitude
Meaning: a deep feeling of being thankful for kindness or help
Examples:
He felt deep gratitude towards his friend who lent him money when he needed it most.
She bought her friend a gift to show her gratitude for helping her through a tough time.
He treated the team to lunch to show his gratitude for their hard work on the new contract.
irritation
Meaning: annoyance caused by something that keeps happening or gets on your nerves
Example:
She felt irritation as he kept drumming his fingers on the table during the meeting.
The postman’s habit of throwing letters on the floor was a constant source of irritation.
She was full of irritation when the delivery driver turned up half an hour late, and she’d been ready to go.
remorse
Meaning: a strong feeling of regret or guilt after doing something wrong
Examples:
He was full of remorse for not helping his friend when they needed him the most.
He felt a deep sense of remorse after the argument with his friend, realising the joke had gone too far.
Here are our 12 advanced English nouns for emotions. You don’t need to remember them all at once. The best way to learn is to practise. Try using these words in sentences. Think of real-life situations where they might apply.
And if you forget any of them, don’t worry. You can always come back and go over them again. And if you need any help, you can contact me at englishlessonviaskype.com
Keep practising, keep improving, and before you know it, these words will feel natural to you.
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more information
For more information on English grammar rules, English collocations and English idioms, check out the links below:
10 Advanced Adjectives for Places
English Idioms about Decisions
You can always study English advanced level at Learning English with the BBC and British Council Learn English.
