Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Emotional States & Reactions

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regrettable

[Adjective]

causing disappointment, sorrow, or a sense of misfortune

Ex: His absence at the meeting was regrettable.

to glower

[Verb]

to look or stare at someone angrily

Ex: The teacher glowered at the students who were talking during the test.

aggrieved

[Adjective]

feeling resentment or injustice, often due to unfair treatment or perceived wrongs

Ex: An aggrieved parent lodged a formal complaint.

astounded

[Adjective]

greatly shocked or surprised

Ex: She was astounded by the breathtaking view from the mountain peak, unable to believe her eyes.

nostalgic

[Adjective]

bringing back fond memories of the past, often with a sense of longing or affection

Ex: The nostalgic song reminded him of his childhood summers spent at the beach.

to resent

[Verb]

to feel irritated, angry, or displeased about something

Ex: She resents having to do all the household chores while her siblings do nothing.

down in the mouth

[phrase]

feeling sad or discouraged

Ex: He's been down in the mouth ever since his team lost the final.

wonder

[noun]

a feeling of admiration or surprise caused by something that is very unusual and exciting

Ex: The child's eyes were filled with wonder as he watched the fireworks.

to blow away

[Verb]

to impress someone greatly

Ex: The magician's tricks blew the audience away at the show.

glimmer

[noun]

a faint sign, hint, or vague indication of something

Ex: She saw a glimmer of hope in his smile.

haunted

[Adjective]

showing signs of worry, anxiety, or persistent mental strain

Ex: His haunted eyes revealed sleepless nights.

mind-blowing

[Adjective]

causing great astonishment

Ex: The special effects in the movie were absolutely mind-blowing.

to dread

[Verb]

to feel intense fear or worry about an upcoming event or situation

Ex: She dreaded the thought of giving a presentation in front of a large audience.

to grin

[Verb]

to smile widely in a way that displays the teeth

Ex: He couldn't contain his excitement and began to grin from ear to ear.

gloomy

[Adjective]

experiencing or expressing sadness or a general sense of unhappiness

Ex: She felt gloomy after hearing the disappointing news.

sentimental

[Adjective]

showing or aiming to stir feelings of tenderness, or sorrow, in a way that may seem exaggerated

Ex: The film's ending was overly sentimental.

to plunge into

[Verb]

to suddenly cause someone or something to experience a difficult or unpleasant situation

Ex: Her diagnosis plunged the family into despair.

alarmed

[Adjective]

feeling worried or concerned due to a sudden, unexpected event or potential danger

Ex: She felt alarmed when she heard the sound of glass breaking downstairs.

appalled

[Adjective]

very scared and shocked by something unpleasant or bad

Ex: She was appalled by the poor conditions in the animal shelter and immediately decided to volunteer to help improve them.

hysterical

[Adjective]

experiencing a state of extreme fear or panic, unable to stay calm

Ex: A small problem at work caused a hysterical reaction among the staff.

overwhelmed

[Adjective]

feeling stressed or burdened by a lot of tasks or emotions at once

Ex: She felt overwhelmed by the amount of work piled up on her desk.

to be over the moon

[phrase]

to be extremely happy or excited about something

Ex: She was over the moon when she received the award for best actress.

delight

[noun]

a person or thing that brings great happiness or joy

Ex: The baby is an absolute delight to everyone around her.

disbelief

[noun]

the state of not believing or accepting something as true or real

Ex: She stared in disbelief at the news.

smitten

[Adjective]

marked by strong, often foolish or irrational affection for someone or something

Ex: He was instantly smitten with her smile.

to snap

[Verb]

to suddenly speak in an angry and harsh tone

Ex: After hours of frustration, he finally snapped at his colleague, telling them to stop interrupting him.

content

[Adjective]

satisfied and happy with one's current situation

Ex: After years of hard work, she finally felt content with her life.

objection

[noun]

the act of expressing disapproval or opposition to something

Ex: He raised an objection during the meeting when he disagreed with the proposed budget cuts.

downhearted

[Adjective]

feeling sad, discouraged, or low in spirits

Ex: After several failed attempts, she felt increasingly downhearted and ready to give up.

to get down

[Verb]

to cause someone's spirits to be lowered

Ex: The news of the layoffs got him down, and he felt demotivated.

to overwhelm

[Verb]

to overpower someone or something emotionally or mentally, leaving them unable to respond effectively

Ex: The news of her promotion overwhelmed her with joy.

profound

[Adjective]

showing the intensity or greatness of something

Ex: The novel had a profound impact on readers, prompting deep reflection on the human condition.

exhilarating

[Adjective]

causing feelings of excitement or intense enthusiasm

Ex: Completing the challenging hike to the mountain summit was an exhilarating achievement.

Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
Physical Appearance & Form	Academic Studies & Qualifications	Skills & Competencies	Crime & Legal Consequences
Apparel, Cost & Styles	Historical Societies & Economic Systems	Work Performance & Conditions	Financial Management & Economic Health
Corporate Structures & Strategic Actions	Social Navigation & Behavior Patterns	Perspectives, Beliefs & Navigating Challenges	Traits & Self-Concept
Cognitive Processes & Memory	Analysis, Judgment & Problem Solving	Innovation, Development & Function	Superstition & Supernatural
Media, Publishing & Information Dynamics	Emotional States & Reactions	Communicative Interpretation & Expression	Formal Communication & Information Exchange

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