Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Emotions & Feelings

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terrified

[Adjective]

feeling extremely scared

Ex: The terrified puppy cowered behind the couch during the fireworks .

uneasy

[Adjective]

feeling nervous or worried, especially about something unpleasant that might happen soon

Ex: He was uneasy about the strange noises coming from the basement , fearing there might be an intruder .

to stand

[Verb]

to be willing to accept or tolerate a difficult situation

Ex: The athletes had to stand the grueling training sessions to prepare for the upcoming competition .

mood

[noun]

the emotional state that a person experiences

Ex: The sunny weather put everyone in a cheerful mood.

proud

[Adjective]

feeling satisfied with someone or one's possessions, achievements, etc.

Ex: He felt proud of himself for completing his first marathon .

to blush

[Verb]

to become red in the face, especially as a result of shyness or shame

Ex: He blushed with embarrassment during the presentation .

cheerful

[Adjective]

full of happiness and positivity

Ex: The park was buzzing with cheerful chatter and the laughter of children playing .

jealous

[Adjective]

feeling angry and unhappy because someone else has what we want

Ex: When his coworker got a raise , he could n't help but feel jealous.

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 .

suspicion

[noun]

a feeling of doubt or mistrust towards someone or something, often without concrete evidence or proof

Ex: The community was filled with suspicion about the new mayor ’s intentions .

concerned

[Adjective]

feeling worried or troubled about a particular situation or issue

Ex: He seemed concerned about the budget cuts and their effect on the company 's future .

dissatisfied

[Adjective]

not pleased or happy with something, because it is not as good as one expected

Ex: He felt dissatisfied after receiving a lower grade than he expected .

enthusiasm

[noun]

a feeling of great excitement and passion

Ex: Their enthusiasm for the event made it a huge success .

secure

[Adjective]

protected and free from any danger or risk

Ex: After double-checking the knots , the climber felt secure in his harness before ascending the cliff .

uncertain

[Adjective]

not definitively known or decided

Ex: The date of the event is uncertain due to potential scheduling conflicts .

appetite

[noun]

the feeling of wanting food

Ex: She had a healthy appetite for learning , always eager to explore new topics and expand her knowledge .

passion

[noun]

an excessive aspiration or desire for someone or something

doubtful

[Adjective]

(of a person) uncertain or hesitant about something

Ex: The student looked doubtful when asked if he understood the complex math problem .

to calm down

[Verb]

to become less angry, upset, or worried

Ex: The baby finally calmed down after being rocked to sleep .

to look forward to

[Verb]

to wait with satisfaction for something to happen

Ex: I am looking forward to the upcoming conference .

disappointed

[Adjective]

not satisfied or happy with something, because it did not meet one's expectations or hopes

Ex: The coach seemed disappointed with the team 's performance .

anxious

[Adjective]

(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen

Ex: He was anxious about traveling alone for the first time , worrying about navigating unfamiliar places .

astonished

[Adjective]

feeling very surprised or impressed, especially because of an unexpected event

Ex: Astonished by their generosity, she thanked them repeatedly.

content

[Adjective]

satisfied and happy with one's current situation

Ex: He felt content with his decision to pursue his passion rather than chasing wealth and fame.

delighted

[Adjective]

filled with great pleasure or joy

Ex: They were delighted by the stunning view from the mountaintop.

frightened

[Adjective]

feeling afraid, often suddenly, due to danger, threat, or shock

Ex: I felt frightened walking alone at night .

irritated

[Adjective]

feeling angry or annoyed, often due to something unpleasant

Ex: His irritated tone made it clear that he was frustrated with the situation .

furious

[Adjective]

(of a person) feeling great anger

Ex: He was furious with himself for making such a costly mistake .

petrified

[Adjective]

frozen in place, often due to shock or fear

Ex: In the presence of the giant waves , the beachgoers were left petrified and speechless .

relieved

[Adjective]

feeling free from worry, stress, or anxiety after a challenging or difficult situation

Ex: He was relieved to have his car fixed after it broke down on the highway.

satisfied

[Adjective]

content with a result or outcome

Ex: They were satisfied with their meal at the restaurant , praising the delicious flavors .

scared stiff

[phrase]

extremely frightened to the point of being unable to move or react

Ex: The child, scared stiff, hid behind his mother when the dog barked.

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 .

Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)

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