Adjectives of Abstract Human Attributes - Adjectives of Negative Temporary Mental States

These adjectives describe transient emotional or mental experiences that cause discomfort or unease in individuals.

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desperate

[Adjective]

feeling or showing deep sadness mixed with hopelessness and emotional pain

Ex: Her voice sounded desperate when she talked about her past .

grim

[Adjective]

experiencing or creating a sense of sadness or hopelessness in a situation or atmosphere

Ex: The abandoned house had a grim, eerie atmosphere that sent shivers down their spines .

uptight

[Adjective]

overly tense or anxious in various situations

Ex: He 's so uptight about cleanliness that he wo n't let anyone eat in his car .

snappy

[Adjective]

(of a person) inclined to speaking irritably or responding in a sharp or offensive manner

Ex: The boss 's constant demands have made everyone in the office snappy and on edge .

fed up

[Adjective]

feeling tired, annoyed, or frustrated with a situation or person

Ex: We 're all fed up with the constant bickering in the office ; it 's affecting our productivity .

agitated

[Adjective]

very nervous in a way that makes one unable to think clearly

Ex: The students grew agitated as the teacher announced a surprise quiz , fearing they had n't studied enough .

strained

[Adjective]

displaying visible signs of mental or emotional pressure

Ex: The strained atmosphere at the family gathering hinted at underlying conflicts .

unhinged

[Adjective]

mentally unstable or behaving erratically in a way that is unusual or extreme

Ex: The film portrays the unhinged character as unpredictable and dangerous .

subdued

[Adjective]

having a calm or restrained manner

Ex: His subdued demeanor during the meeting made it difficult to gauge his true feelings .

biased

[Adjective]

having a preference or unfair judgment toward one side or viewpoint over others

Ex: It's important to consider multiple sources of information to avoid being biased in your conclusions.

resentful

[Adjective]

feeling anger because of perceived unfairness or wrongdoing

Ex: He harbored a resentful attitude towards authority figures after his previous experiences .

hateful

[Adjective]

characterized by strong feelings of dislike and annoyance

Ex: Despite attempts at reconciliation , the siblings remained locked in a cycle of hateful arguments .

fearful

[Adjective]

filled with fear or anxiety

Ex: The villagers were fearful of the approaching hurricane , hastily boarding up their windows .

frantic

[Adjective]

greatly frightened and worried about something, in a way that is uncontrollable

Ex: His frantic pacing back and forth showed his anxiety before the big job interview .

pathetic

[Adjective]

deserving pity due to perceived weakness or sadness

Ex: The abandoned puppy with its forlorn eyes and shivering body looked utterly pathetic, evoking a strong desire to offer comfort .

envious

[Adjective]

feeling unhappy or resentful because someone has something one wants

Ex: He felt envious watching his neighbor drive away in a brand new sports car .

helpless

[Adjective]

lacking strength or power, often feeling unable to act or influence a situation

Ex: He was rendered helpless by the illness , unable to perform even simple tasks .

careless

[Adjective]

not paying enough attention to what we are doing

Ex: The careless driver ran a red light .

irritable

[Adjective]

prone to annoyance or frustration

Ex: The hot weather made everyone in the office irritable and cranky .

suicidal

[Adjective]

having thoughts or intentions about ending one's own life

Ex: He felt overwhelmed by his depression and started having suicidal impulses .

hysterical

[Adjective]

showing extreme emotion like laughing or crying loudly and wildly, usually because of excitement or strong feelings, but not because of fear or panic

Ex: The fans were hysterical, screaming and crying with happiness at the concert .

distracted

[Adjective]

unable to concentrate or focus due to having one's attention drawn away by various thoughts or external interruptions

Ex: Despite the beautiful scenery, the hiker found themselves distracted by worries, preventing them from fully enjoying the nature hike.

indecisive

[Adjective]

(of a person) having difficulty making choices or decisions, often due to fear, lack of confidence, or overthinking

Ex: He remained indecisive about quitting his job , torn between stability and pursuing his passion .

apprehensive

[Adjective]

nervous or worried that something unpleasant may happen

Ex: The team was apprehensive about the new project 's challenging deadline .

hangry

[Adjective]

feeling irritable or angry due to hunger

Ex: Hangry customers can make working in a fast-food restaurant challenging .

tense

[Adjective]

full of anxiety or fear that makes people feel pressure or unease

Ex: The courtroom had a tense atmosphere as the jury returned .

Adjectives of Abstract Human Attributes

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Adjectives of Abstract Human Attributes - Adjectives of Negative Temporary Mental States