Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Feelings and Emotions

Here you will learn some English words about feelings and emotions, such as "affection", "curiosity", "despair", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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desire [noun]

a very strong feeling of wanting to do or have something

Ex: Emily 's desire for success drove her to work tirelessly toward achieving her career goals .

affection [noun]

a feeling of fondness or liking toward someone or something

eagerness [noun]

the state of being enthusiastic about having or doing something or feeling this way when expecting something

fascination [noun]

the state of having great interest in something or someone

enthusiasm [noun]

a feeling of great excitement and passion

Ex: The team 's enthusiasm was contagious , motivating everyone to work harder .

devotion [noun]

strong love and support expressed for a person or thing

Ex: Mark 's devotion to his art led him to spend countless hours in his studio , perfecting every brushstroke to achieve his vision .

contentment [noun]

happiness and satisfaction, particularly with one's life

Ex: True contentment does n't depend on wealth , but on inner peace .

amazement [noun]

a feeling of great wonder, often due to something extraordinary

Ex: The scientist ’s groundbreaking research results were met with amazement by her peers .

self-esteem [noun]

satisfaction with or confidence in one's own abilities or qualities

Ex: Building self-esteem is important for mental health .

curiosity [noun]

a strong wish to learn something or to know more about something

Ex: She could n't resist the curiosity to open the mysterious box her friend had given her .

astonishment [noun]

a strong feeling of surprise caused by something unexpected

Ex: He looked at the huge inheritance with astonishment , unable to believe his luck .

honor [noun]

great regard and respect for someone or something based on their qualities, achievements, or principles

Ex: The town bestowed him with the key to the city as a token of honor for his philanthropic contributions .

thrill [noun]

a sudden feeling of pleasure and excitement

Ex: The unexpected phone call brought a thrill of excitement to her day .

fatigue [noun]

a feeling of extreme tiredness that is usually caused by physical or mental overwork or exercise

Ex: Symptoms of fatigue may include weakness , difficulty concentrating , irritability , and reduced motivation .

temper [noun]

a tendency to quickly become angry

fright [noun]

fear that is felt suddenly

annoyance [noun]

a feeling of irritation or discomfort caused by something that is bothersome, unpleasant, or disruptive

Ex: The construction noise outside was a daily annoyance for the office workers .

aggression [noun]

hatred and anger that could lead to violent or threatening behavior

anxiety [noun]

a feeling of nervousness or worry about a future event or uncertain outcome

Ex: Talking to a therapist helped her understand and cope with her social anxiety .

despair [noun]

a feeling of total hopelessness

disappointment [noun]

dissatisfaction that is resulted from the unfulfillment of one's expectations

Ex: He tried to hide his disappointment when the concert was canceled due to bad weather .

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 .

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 .

exhaustion [noun]

a feeling of extreme tiredness

Ex: The exhaustion from lack of sleep affected her performance .

distress [noun]

a state of extreme emotional pain or suffering

Ex: He called out in distress .

humiliation [noun]

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

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 .

greed [noun]

an intense and selfish desire for something such as power and wealth

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envy [noun]

a feeling of dissatisfaction, unhappiness, or anger that one might have as a result of wanting what others have

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hatred [noun]

a very strong feeling of dislike

Ex: The dictator 's regime ruled with an iron fist , instilling fear and hatred among the citizens .

sorrow [noun]

a feeling of extreme sadness caused by something unpleasant

Ex: The poem expresses the sorrow of unrequited love .

contempt [noun]

the disregard and lack of respect for someone or something seen as insignificant or unworthy

Ex: The politician ’s contempt for his opponents was clear during the debate .

dread [noun]

an intensely unpleasant emotion in response to danger or threat

Ex: Waiting for the test results filled him with unbearable dread .

agitation [noun]

a state of extreme anxiety

fury [noun]

a feeling of extreme and often violent anger

Ex: His fury was uncontrollable when he discovered the betrayal .

misery [noun]

great discomfort or pain

Ex: The constant rain added to the misery of the homeless man on the street .

apprehension [noun]

a feeling of fear or worry that something bad might happen in the future

hostility [noun]

behavior or feelings that are aggressive or unfriendly

Ex: Despite their initial hostility , the two coworkers eventually found a way to collaborate effectively .

rage [noun]

great anger that is hard to contain

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

Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL
Family and Relationships	Stages of Life	Personal Characteristics	Feelings and Emotions
Appearance	Clothing and Fashion	Colors and Shapes	Education
Employment	Language and Grammar	The Human Body	Communication
Travel and Tourism	Transportation	Means of Transportation	The Computer World
Society and Social Issues	Healthcare and Medicine	Medical Examinations and Procedures	Physical Conditions and Injuries
Mental Disorders	Physical Disabilities and Illnesses	Geography	Space
The Environment and Weather	The Animal Kingdom	The Art World	Cinema and Theater
Music	Literature	Broadcasting and Journalism	Food and Restaurant
Diet	Agriculture and Plants	Point of View	Cause and Effect
Certainty and Doubt	Suggestions and Rules	Pride and Prejudice	Houses and Buildings
Hobbies and Games	Shopping	The Economy	The Business World
Success and Failure	Politics	Law and Order	Crime and Punishment
War and Peace	Religion	Biology, Physics, and Chemistry	Mathematics and Measurement
Engineering and Research	Athletics	Time and History