Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Negative Emotions

Here, you will learn some English words related to Negative Emotions that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7)

desolation [noun]

a state of complete emptiness, loneliness, or devastation

Ex: The loss of a loved one left a deep sense of desolation in her heart , a void that seemed impossible to fill .

frustration [noun]

the feeling of being impatient, annoyed, or upset because of being unable to do or achieve what is desired

Ex: The constant traffic jams were a source of daily frustration for commuters .

agony [noun]

severe physical or mental pain

Ex: The agony of arthritis can make simple movements excruciating .

discontent [noun]

a feeling of dissatisfaction and unhappiness with one's current situation or circumstances

Ex: The student protests were a visible expression of discontent over proposed changes to university policies .

bitterness [noun]

a feeling and attitude of resentment or hostility towards others, often stemming from past experiences of pain, betrayal, or disappointment

Ex: The divorce proceedings were marked by bitterness as both parties fought over assets and custody of their children .

wrath [noun]

an intense sense of rage

Ex: The protesters faced the wrath of the authorities , who responded with brutal force and violence .

guilt [noun]

a feeling of responsibility or remorse arising from a belief that one has committed a wrongdoing or failed to meet a moral standard

Ex: Her voice trembled with guilt as she admitted to betraying the trust of her closest friend .

remorse [noun]

a sense of great regret that one feels as a result of having done something bad or wrong

Ex: After the argument , he felt a great deal of remorse for his harsh words .

embarrassment [noun]

a feeling of distress, shyness, or guilt as a result of an uncomfortable situation

Ex: Her embarrassment was obvious when she forgot her lines during the play .

humiliation [noun]

great embarrassment as a result of having been made to look stupid

agitation [noun]

a state of extreme anxiety

restlessness [noun]

a state of impatience or unease, characterized by a persistent desire for change, action, or relief from a current situation

Ex: A feeling of restlessness overcame her as she yearned for a change of scenery and new experiences .

pessimism [noun]

the negative quality of having doubts about the future and expect the worst possible outcomes

Ex: His pessimism made it hard for him to enjoy good news .

abandonment [noun]

a state of being left behind, deserted, or without support or care

Ex: The cat , showing signs of abandonment , cautiously approached the rescuer who offered a helping hand .

vulnerability [noun]

the state of being exposed to the possibility of emotional distress

Ex: Her hesitation to share her true feelings stemmed from a fear of vulnerability and rejection .

irritation [noun]

a feeling of annoyance or discomfort caused by something that is bothersome or unpleasant

Ex: The irritation from the itchy sweater made it hard for him to concentrate .

boredom [noun]

the feeling of being uninterested or restless because things are dull or repetitive

Ex: The long lecture filled him with boredom , and he struggled to stay awake .

heartbreak [noun]

a feeling of great distress or sadness

Ex: Witnessing the destruction caused by the natural disaster brought a sense of heartbreak to the entire community .

woe [noun]

a state of suffering or misfortune, often accompanied by a sense of grief or sadness

Ex: The haunting melody conveyed the composer 's sense of woe and melancholy , evoking deep emotions in the audience .

displeasure [noun]

the state of being dissatisfied, discontented, or unhappy

Ex: He tried to hide his displeasure , but his furrowed brow and crossed arms betrayed his frustration .

unhappiness [noun]

the state or condition of not being happy, characterized by feelings of dissatisfaction, discontent, or sorrow

Ex: She spoke openly about her unhappiness with the school ’s policies .

rage [noun]

great anger that is hard to contain

Ex: The unfair treatment fueled his rage against the system .

panic [noun]

a feeling of extreme fear and anxiety that makes one unable to think clearly

Ex: Her voice was filled with panic as she called for help .

grudge [noun]

a deep feeling of anger and dislike toward someone because of what they did in the past

Ex: Even after all these years , he nursed a grudge over the unfair treatment he received .

blame [noun]

an accusation that someone is responsible for a mistake, fault, or wrongdoing

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discomfort [noun]

a state of unease, distress, or agitation experienced psychologically, often stemming from stress, anxiety, or emotional strain

despair [noun]

a feeling of total hopelessness

anguish [noun]

a state of extreme physical pain or mental distress

Ex: The mother 's face revealed the anguish of a parent watching their child struggle with a serious illness .

resentment [noun]

the feeling of anger and dissatisfaction because one thinks something is unfair

Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7)
Size and Scale	Dimensions	Weight and Steadiness	Increase in Amount
Decrease in Amount	Intensity	Time and Duration	Space and Area
Shapes	Speed	Significance	Insignificance
Strength and Influence	Uniqueness	Commonness	Complexity
High Quality	Low Quality	Value	Challenges
Wealth and Success	Poverty and Failure	Age and Appearance	Body Shape
Wellness	Intellectual Capability	Intellectual Incapabilities	Positive Human Traits
Negative Human Traits	Moral Traits	Financial Behaviours	Social Behaviours
Short-tempered Traits	Positive Emotional Responses	Negative Emotional Responses	Positive Emotional States
Negative Emotional States	Tastes and Smells	Sounds	Textures
Temperature	Probability	Attempt and Prevention	Opinions
Thoughts and Decisions	Encouragement and Discouragement	Knowledge and Information	Request and Suggestion
Respect and Approval	Regret and Sadness	Relational Actions	Physical Actions and Reactions
Body Language and Gestures	Postures and Positions	Movements	Engaging in Verbal Communication
Understanding and Learning	Perceiving The Senses	Commanding and Giving Permissions	Predicting
Touching and Holding	Changing and Forming	Creating and Producing	Organising and Collecting
Preparing Food	Eating and Drinking	Science	Education
Research	Astronomy	Physics	Biology
Chemistry	Geology	Philosophy	Psychology
Maths and Graphs	Geometry	Environment	Landscape and Geography
Engineering	Technology	Internet and Computer	Manufacture and Industry
History	Religion	Culture and Custom	Language and Grammar
Arts	Music	Film and Theatre	Literature
Architecture	Marketing	Finance	Management
Medicine	Sickness and Symptoms	Law	Energy and Power
Crime	Punishment	Government	Politics
Measurement	War	Positive Emotions	Negative Emotions
Travel and Tourism	Migration	Food and Drinks	Materials
Pollution	Disasters	Weather	Animals
Adverbs of Manner	Adverbs of Degree	Adverbs of Comment and Certainty	Adverbs of Time and Frequency
Adverbs of Purpose and Emphasis	Conjunctive Adverbs