Ups and Downs

a sudden, intense, and pleasurable feeling of excitement, shiver, fear, or thrill, often accompanied by a tingling sensation on the skin

She felt a frisson of excitement as the concert began.

a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats

a steady and sharp stare that conveys anger, disapproval, or hostility

She gave him a glare when he interrupted her.

to cause someone persistent worry or discomfort

The fear of failure continues to gnaw at him every day.

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

His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.

extremely quick to show how one feels inside; especially with strong emotions like anger and passion

He was a hot-blooded individual who often acted on impulse.

to breathe at a very fast pace

His anxiety caused him to hyperventilate during the exam.

excessive or uncontrollable fear

referring to the act of worshiping physical objects or representations of deities, rather than the worship of a higher spiritual being or a monotheistic God

The temple was adorned with idols, and the followers engaged in idolatrous rituals as part of their religious observance.

a situation or event that causes embarrassment or a loss of respect, particularly when experienced in a public or widespread manner

The politician faced ignominy after the scandal broke.

lacking the ability to be comforted due to being too sad or disappointed

She was inconsolable after her dog passed away.

a feeling of anger or annoyance aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean

Her voice trembled with indignation at the unfair accusation.

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

His fear of public speaking created a strong inhibition that made it challenging for him to address large audiences.

having a desire to learn many different things and asks many questions to gain knowledge or understanding

The inquisitive child always has a multitude of questions about how things work.

the quality of being short-tempered

His irascibility made it difficult for his coworkers to approach him.

to dislike something or someone very much, often with a sense of disgust

He loathes broccoli and refuses to eat it.

boring because of being the same thing all the time

The endless hours of data entry made her workday feel monotonous and never-ending.

mentally unbalanced, appearing irrational or dreamy

His moonstruck behavior worried his friends.

emotionally distressed and worked up

She was overwrought after receiving the bad news.

a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow

showing sadness, typically in a mild manner

She gave a plaintive sigh as she looked out the window.

frequently or constantly finding fault and complaining

The querulous customer complained about every dish.

very greedy and voracious

the feeling of hatred or disgust toward someone or something

She felt a deep revulsion at the sight of the rotting food.

showing sadness and regret inspired by compassion

She gave him a rueful smile after hearing his sad story.

to feel extremely worried and angry internally while trying not to show it externally

She seethed with frustration as she listened to the excuses.

relating to places where the dead were buried

The sepulchral atmosphere of the ancient tomb left visitors with a sense of solemn reverence.

expressing a strong or sincere feeling that comes from within the heart

Her soulful eyes revealed her deep emotions.

to render someone senseless, dizzy, or confused through force, blow, or trauma

The boxer landed a powerful punch that stupefied his opponent.

to bring something or someone under control, often using authority or force

The police officer had to subdue the suspect during the altercation.

an emotional outburst, usually associated with anger or frustration, that involves screaming, crying, kicking, and sometimes even physical aggression

The child threw a tantrum when he couldn't have the toy.

to be in a bad mood and to remain silent and resentful due to feeling upset, angry, or disappointed

He decided to sulk in his room after the argument.

experiencing frequent changes in mood or behavior, often in an unpredictable or inconsistent manner

She's so temperamental; you never know how she'll react to any situation.

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

As the deadline approached, she felt a sense of trepidation about the upcoming exam.

(of the voice or body) shaking in a slight, fragile manner, often due to nerves, fear, age or illness

Her voice was tremulous as she delivered the speech.

having a feeling or desire that is not returned in the same way by another person

She suffered from unrequited love for her best friend.

sorrowful in appearance, looking very sad or miserable

She looked woebegone after hearing the disappointing news.

to annoy someone by intentionally or persistently bothering them with small, annoying actions or behaviors

The constant buzzing of the mosquito vexed me all night.

dark and gloomy in color, especially gray or black

The somber clouds hung low in the sky, casting a shadow over the landscape.

fully absorbed or captivated by something

She listened to the music with rapt attention, entranced by its beauty.