Explore 4 English words about emotions with pronunciation, definitions and example sentences.
a feeling of long-lasting sadness that often cannot be explained
"A deep melancholy filled the empty house after the funeral."
"A quiet melancholy settled over him as he watched the rain fall outside."
a feeling of self-consciousness, restraint, or a limiting factor that hinders the free expression of one's thoughts, emotions, or actions
"Alcohol can lower your inhibition and make you act differently."
"An inhibition is a psychological restraint that prevents a person from acting on their natural impulses"
a state of great admiration or fascination caused by something beautiful, wonderful, or unusual
"The beautiful garden had an air of magic and enchantment about it."
"The children gazed at the fireworks with wide eyes full of enchantment."
a great enthusiasm directed toward achieving something
"She worked with great zeal to finish the project before the deadline."
"He pursued his dream of becoming a chef with incredible zeal and determination."
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