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

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regrettable

[Adjective]

causing disappointment, sorrow, or a sense of misfortune

to glower

[Verb]

to look or stare at someone angrily

Ex: The boss glowered at the employees who were late for the meeting .

aggrieved

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The villagers remained aggrieved over broken promises.

astounded

[Adjective]

greatly shocked or surprised

Ex: The teacher was astounded at the creativity and depth of thought in the student 's project , awarding it the highest marks .

nostalgic

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The nostalgic movie transported me back to my youth , evoking warm memories of simpler times .

to resent

[Verb]

to feel irritated, angry, or displeased about something

Ex: He resented the constant criticism from his parents , feeling unappreciated and misunderstood .

down in the mouth

[phrase]

feeling sad or discouraged

Ex: Despite the cheerful surroundings, she felt down in the mouth and couldn't shake her sadness.

wonder

[noun]

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

Ex: He felt a sense of wonder as he learned about the mysteries of the ocean .

to blow away

[Verb]

to impress someone greatly

Ex: The surprise announcement blew everyone away at the event.

glimmer

[noun]

a faint sign, hint, or vague indication of something

haunted

[Adjective]

showing signs of worry, anxiety, or persistent mental strain

mind-blowing

[Adjective]

causing great astonishment

Ex: The scientific discovery was so mind-blowing that it made headlines worldwide .

to dread

[Verb]

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

Ex: The employee dreaded the annual performance review .

to grin

[Verb]

to smile widely in a way that displays the teeth

Ex: The comedian 's jokes had the entire audience grinning throughout the performance .

gloomy

[Adjective]

experiencing or expressing sadness or a general sense of unhappiness

Ex: He had a gloomy expression after hearing the bad news .

sentimental

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He tends to get sentimental during holidays , reflecting on past celebrations and traditions with loved ones .

to plunge into

[Verb]

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

Ex: The market crash plunged many into panic.

alarmed

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The sudden drop in temperature left the hikers alarmed and searching for shelter.

appalled

[Adjective]

very scared and shocked by something unpleasant or bad

Ex: The community was appalled when they learned about the extent of pollution in the local river.

hysterical

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He was almost hysterical after getting trapped in the elevator .

overwhelmed

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The overwhelmed students struggled to keep up with deadlines .

to be over the moon

[phrase]

to be extremely happy or excited about something

Ex: The kids were over the moon when they saw the theme park.

delight

[noun]

a person or thing that brings great happiness or joy

disbelief

[noun]

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

Ex: The audience listened in disbelief to the strange claims .

smitten

[Adjective]

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

to snap

[Verb]

to suddenly speak in an angry and harsh tone

Ex: He snapped at the dog for barking incessantly, unable to concentrate on his work.

content

[Adjective]

satisfied and happy with one's current situation

Ex: He felt content with his decision to pursue his passion rather than chasing wealth and fame.

objection

[noun]

the act of expressing disapproval or opposition to something

Ex: The teacher addressed the students ' objections to the new grading system during class .

downhearted

[Adjective]

feeling sad, discouraged, or low in spirits

Ex: The team's poor performance left them downhearted, though they resolved to try harder.

to get down

[Verb]

to cause someone's spirits to be lowered

Ex: The gray and gloomy weather seemed to get everyone down.

to overwhelm

[Verb]

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

Ex: The crowd 's cheers and applause began to overwhelm the speaker during the heartfelt acceptance speech .

profound

[Adjective]

showing the intensity or greatness of something

Ex: His profound respect for the artist was evident in the way he spoke about their work with such deep admiration .

exhilarating

[Adjective]

causing feelings of excitement or intense enthusiasm

Ex: Winning the lottery was an exhilarating moment of disbelief and joy for the lucky ticket holder .

Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)

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