Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Strong Emotional States

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acrophobia [noun]

an unreasonable and persistent fear of heights

Ex: People with acrophobia often feel dizzy or panicked at high places .

agape [adjective]

having the mouth open, typically from surprise, amazement, or shock

Ex: He was left agape by the unexpected announcement .

aghast [adjective]

feeling terrified or shocked about something terrible or unexpected

Ex: He stood aghast at the crime scene , unable to process what had happened .

agog [adjective]

feeling or showing great interest and anticipation for something or someone

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ambivalence [noun]

the state of having mixed or opposing feelings

Ex: She experienced ambivalence about the job offer , torn between the higher salary and longer commute .

amok [adverb]

in a chaotic manner, involving reckless or disruptive behavior

Ex: The party guests went amok once the music started , dancing on tables and tossing confetti .

beatitude [noun]

a state of perfect happiness

Ex: Music brought her a sense of beatitude she could n't explain .

berserk [adjective]

acting violently or irrationally due to extreme anger or excitement

Ex: The berserk dog tore through the yard , destroying everything in its path .

consternation [noun]

a feeling of shock or confusion

Ex: There was consternation in the crowd when the power went out during the concert .

euphoria [noun]

a feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or pleasure

Ex: He described the moment of victory as pure euphoria .

fervor [noun]

intense and passionate feeling

Ex: Religious fervor swept through the congregation during the revival .

besotted [adjective]

so in love with someone or something that prevents one from thinking properly

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histrionic [adjective]

excessively emotional in behavior, intended to attract attention

Ex: The debate turned tense when one candidate resorted to histrionic appeals to the audience 's emotions .

elated [adjective]

excited and happy because something has happened or is going to happen

Ex: Winning the competition left her feeling elated and grateful .

fervid [adjective]

characterized by passionate intensity, burning dedication, and deeply felt enthusiasm

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tempestuous [adjective]

involving many extreme and powerful emotions

Ex: The actor 's tempestuous performance captivated the audience .

torrid [adjective]

filled with strong emotions and being passionate especially when it comes to sexual love

Ex: She wrote him a torrid letter filled with longing and desire .

verve [noun]

lively energy, spirit, or enthusiasm in someone's style, performance, or way of expressing themselves

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ambivalent [adjective]

having contradictory views or feelings about something or someone

Ex: The public 's response to the new policy was ambivalent , with some supporting it and others opposing it .

ardent [adjective]

showing a great amount of eagerness

Ex: As an ardent advocate for education , he organized numerous fundraisers for local schools .

pandemonium [noun]

a state of disorder

Ex: As the blackout hit , the mall descended into pandemonium .

histrionics [noun]

a display of strong emotions intended to attract attention or influence others

Ex: Her histrionics over a minor mistake annoyed her colleagues .

to [get|put] {one's} back up [phrase]

to make someone become really annoyed or angry

Ex: While I was explaining , his constant skepticism was getting my back up .

taut [adjective]

(especially of nerves or muscles) under strain

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yen [noun]

a strong desire or craving for something

Ex: The novel captured her yen for adventure and freedom .

caprice [noun]

a sudden and unpredictable change in mood, behavior, or decision

Ex: The king ruled by caprice , making laws that changed with his moods .

frenetic [adjective]

fast-paced, frantic, and filled with intense energy or activity

Ex: After the announcement , the crowd reacted with frenetic excitement .

mercurial [adjective]

prone to unpredicted and sudden changes

Ex: The weather in the region is known for being mercurial , shifting rapidly .

vehemently [adverb]

in a forceful, passionate, or intense way, especially when expressing emotion, opinion, or opposition

Ex: He argued vehemently in favor of the proposal .

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