Emotional Responses

providing amusement, often through humor, drama, or skillful performance

Her entertaining storytelling had everyone at the party enthralled.

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

The coach's pep talk was meant to motivate the team before the championship game.

to put our hand or body part on a thing or person

Please don't touch the fragile glass display.

a polite word used when making a request

to give someone something because of their success, hard work, specific achievements, etc.

The teacher decided to reward the students who performed exceptionally well on the exam with extra recess time.

to accomplish or do something that was wished for, expected, or promised

She fulfilled her childhood dream of traveling to exotic places by becoming a travel blogger.

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

The exotic animals at the zoo fascinate the children, sparking their curiosity.

very enjoyable or pleasant

I found the book to be a delightful read.

to fill someone with the desire or motivation to do something, especially something creative or positive

Her teacher's words of encouragement inspired her to pursue her dreams.

causing great happiness

The joyful music lifted everyone's spirits at the party.

giving satisfaction and enjoyment

Swimming in the warm ocean water was a pleasurable experience.

to make someone happy by doing what they want or giving them what they desire

He satisfied his girlfriend by taking her out for a romantic dinner.

to do something that causes a person become uninterested, tired, or impatient

The long lecture bored the students.

a sudden and intense feeling of surprise, distress, or disbelief caused by something unexpected and often unpleasant

The news of his sudden resignation came as a shock to everyone in the office.

to cause a person or animal to feel scared

The loud bang outside the window frightened the sleeping child.

a strong feeling of distaste for someone or something

The sight of the decaying food in the refrigerator filled her with disgust.

to fail to meet someone's expectations or hopes, causing them to feel let down or unhappy

The movie's ending disappointed many viewers.

to make a person feel a little angry

The constant tapping of the pen on the desk annoyed her during the meeting.

failing to attract attention or interest

The lecture was so uninteresting that many students struggled to stay awake.

to cause extreme fear in someone

The sight of the enormous spider lurking in the corner terrified the arachnophobe.

to make someone feel extremely sad or discouraged, often as a result of challenging situations, such as loss

The constant rain seemed to depress him even more.

(of weather) dark in a way that is depressing

The sky grew increasingly gloomy as dark clouds gathered overhead, threatening to unleash a downpour.

feeling disturbed or distressed due to a negative event

She was upset after hearing the bad news.

causing intense sadness, distress, or emotional pain

The heartbreaking loss of their beloved pet left the family devastated.

to cause someone difficulty or hardship, particularly financial struggles or emotional turmoil

The sudden loss of his job distressed him greatly, as he struggled to pay his bills.

to cause someone to lose courage, enthusiasm, or hope

Receiving a rejection letter can dishearten even the most determined job seeker.

to reduce the severity of a pain

She used a warm compress to soothe the sore muscles in her neck.