C2 Level Wordlist - Feelings

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Feelings, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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melancholy [noun]

a feeling of long-lasting sadness that often cannot be explained

Ex: The melancholy of the autumn season was reflected in the falling leaves and the gray skies .

despondency [noun]

the state of being unhappy and despairing

Ex: Despite his efforts to stay positive , the constant setbacks led him into a spiral of despondency .

inhibition [noun]

a feeling of self-consciousness, restraint, or a limiting factor that hinders the free expression of one's thoughts, emotions, or actions

Ex: The dancer 's initial inhibition faded as she gained confidence , allowing her to perform with grace and freedom .

dejection [noun]

a state of low spirits, sadness, or melancholy

Ex: The constant setbacks in his career led to a growing sense of dejection and frustration .

desperation [noun]

a state of extreme urgency, hopelessness, or despair

Ex: The parents ' desperation to find their missing child mobilized the entire community in search efforts .

composure [noun]

a state of calmness and self-control, especially in difficult or challenging situations

Ex: During the crisis , the leader displayed composure , reassuring the team and instilling confidence .

awe [noun]

a feeling of reverence, respect, and wonder inspired by something grand, powerful, or extraordinary

Ex: The precision and coordination of the synchronized dance routine left the audience in awe .

exuberance [noun]

the quality of being full of energy, enthusiasm, liveliness, and excitement

Ex: The puppy greeted its owner with such exuberance , wagging its tail and jumping with excitement .

radiance [noun]

a happy, glowing look from being really healthy and feeling great on the inside

Ex: Vacation did wonders for restoring her depleted energy levels and radiance .

mirth [noun]

a feeling of happiness, joy, or amusement

Ex: The playful banter between colleagues added an atmosphere of mirth to the workplace .

blissfulness [noun]

a state of extreme happiness, joy, or contentment

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enchantment [noun]

a state of great admiration or fascination caused by something beautiful, wonderful, or unusual

Ex: The child 's eyes were wide with enchantment at the fireworks .

elation [noun]

a feeling of joyful pride or high spirits

Ex: His elation was evident in the wide smile on his face .

ecstasy [noun]

an overwhelming feeling of intense delight or extreme happiness

Ex: The unexpected reunion with a long-lost friend was a cause for ecstasy , as they embraced with tears of joy .

bliss [noun]

a state of complete happiness, joy, and contentment

Ex: The newlyweds danced under the starlit sky , enveloped in the bliss of their wedding celebration .

jubilation [noun]

a feeling of great joy, triumph, or satisfaction

Ex: The team 's jubilation was visible after the hard-fought win .

exhilaration [noun]

a feeling of excitement, enthusiasm, and invigoration

Ex: The thrilling performance by the acrobats on stage created an atmosphere of exhilaration among the audience .

euphoria [noun]

a feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or pleasure

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

rapture [noun]

a feeling of being carried away by overwhelming emotion, often associated with deep love, happiness, or spiritual experiences

Ex: The musician 's soulful performance on the violin created a moment of rapture , touching the hearts of everyone in the audience .

glee [noun]

great happiness or joy, often accompanied by laughter or a sense of amusement

Ex: The surprise birthday party was met with shouts of glee from the unsuspecting guest of honor .

zeal [noun]

a great enthusiasm directed toward achieving something

Ex: With great zeal , she tackled each new project , determined to excel in her work .

ennui [noun]

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

Ex: The long summer days stretched out before him , filled with nothing but ennui .

apathy [noun]

a general lack of interest, concern, or enthusiasm toward things in life

Ex: Her apathy towards the company 's goals and objectives was reflected in her lackluster performance at work .

trepidation [noun]

a state of nervousness or fear, anticipating that something bad may occur

Ex: The trepidation in her voice was evident as she spoke about her upcoming surgery .

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 .

languor [noun]

a feeling of ease and comfort, often with a sense of laziness or lack of urgency

Ex: The warm summer afternoon filled him with a sense of languor , prompting him to stretch out in the hammock and doze off .

disquietude [noun]

a state of unease, anxiety, or mental unrest

Ex: His disquietude grew as the deadline approached .

equanimity [noun]

the ability to maintain one's emotional balance and composure regardless of external circumstances

Ex: Facing the medical diagnosis with equanimity enabled her to process the implications clearly without panicking .

vexation [noun]

a condition of mental discomfort caused by annoyance, anxiety, or frustration

Ex: The delay caused considerable vexation among the passengers .

chagrin [noun]

a state of embarrassment due to failing, getting humiliated, or disappointed

Ex: Despite his best efforts , he could n't conceal his chagrin at being overlooked for the promotion .

C2 Level Wordlist
Size and Magnitude	Weight and Stability	Quantity	Intensity
Pace	Shapes	Importance and Essentiality	Commonness and Uniqueness
Difficulty and Challenge	Price and Luxuriousness	Quality	Success and Wealth
Failure and Poverty	Body Shape	Age and Appearance	Comprehension and Intelligence
Personal Traits	Emotional States	Trigerring Emotions	Feelings
Relationship Dynamics and Connections	Social and Moral Behaviors	Tastes and Smells	Sounds
Textures	Thoughts and Decisions	Complaint and Criticism	Harmony and Discord
Communication and Discussion	Body Language and Emotional Actions	Order and Permission	Advice and Influence
Honor and Admiration	Request and Answer	Attempt and Prevention	Changing and Forming
Movements	Preparing Food	Food and Drinks	Natural Environment
Animals	Weather and Temperature	Disaster and Pollution	Work Environment
Occupations	Accommodation	Transportation	Tourism and Migration
Hobbies and Routines	Sports	Arts	Cinema and Theater
Literature	Music	Clothes and Fashion	Architecture
History	Culture and Custom	Society	Religion
Philosophy	Linguistics	Politics	Law
Crime	Punishment	War and Army	Government
Education	Media	Technology and Internet	Marketing and Advertisement
Shopping	Business and Management	Finance	Scientific Fields and Studies
Medicine	Health Condition	Recovery and Treatment	Human Body
Psychology	Biology	Chemistry	Physics
Astronomy	Mathematics	Geology	Engineering
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