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Feeling

Subjective emotional experience.

emotion sensation

A feeling is a subjective emotional experience that arises in response to internal thoughts or external stimuli. It encompasses emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, and love.

Etymology

The word 'feeling' comes from the Old English 'feolan,' meaning 'to feel, perceive.'

Explain Like I’m 5

Feelings are like your body's way of letting you know how you react to things, like when you feel happy seeing a puppy or sad when you miss someone.

Fun Facts

Feelings are universal across cultures, though how they's expressed can vary
Some animals also experience feelings, like dogs showing joy or cats expressing fear
The study of feelings is called affective science

FAQ

What are feelings? They are subjective emotional experiences, like happiness or sadness
How do we experience them? Through physical sensations and thoughts
Why are feelings important? They help us understand ourselves and connect with others

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

emotion state of mind

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

joy sadness anger fear

Indexes

personal subjective temporary

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