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Positive Emotions

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Positive Emotions

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jubilation
ju
bi
la
tion
Noun

a joyful celebration or festive occasion marking a happy event

The victory parade was a national jubilation.

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bliss
bliss
Noun

a state of complete happiness, joy, and contentment

Lounging in a hammock on a sunny beach, he experienced a profound sense of bliss as the waves gently lapped at the shore.

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glee
glee
Noun

great happiness or joy, often accompanied by laughter or a sense of amusement

The children's faces lit up with glee as they opened their presents on Christmas morning.

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awe
awe
Noun

a feeling of reverence, respect, and wonder inspired by something grand, powerful, or extraordinary

The talented musician's performance left the audience in awe of his skill and artistry.

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elation
e
la
tion
Noun

a feeling of joyful pride or high spirits

She felt a surge of elation after hearing the good news.

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wonder
won
der
Verb

to want to know about something particular

I often wonder what life would be like in a different time period.

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amusement
a
muse
ment
Noun

a feeling we get when somebody or something is funny and exciting

The comedian's jokes brought waves of laughter and amusement to the audience.

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furor
fu
ror
Noun

a sudden and intense excitement, enthusiasm, or interest about something

The new movie caused a furor among fans, who flocked to theaters in record numbers.

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thrill
thrill
Noun

a sudden feeling of pleasure and excitement

The audience experienced a thrill during the suspenseful scene in the movie.

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compel
com
pel
Verb

to make someone do something

The convincing argument compelled her to change her stance on the issue.

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exhilarate
exh
i
la
rate
Verb

to make one feel extremely excited, pleased, and delighted

The thrilling roller coaster ride exhilarated the riders, leaving them with a rush of excitement.

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endear
en
dear
Verb

to make one feel fond or affectionate toward someone or something

He hopes his dedication to his work will endear him to his new boss.

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wondrous
wond
rous
Adjective

inspiring a feeling of wonder or amazement

The view from the mountaintop was truly wondrous, with sweeping vistas of untouched wilderness.

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soothe
soothe
Verb

to reduce the severity of a pain

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

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upbeat
up
beat
Adjective

having a positive and cheerful attitude

Despite the setbacks, she remained upbeat about the project's success.

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nostalgic
nos
tal
gic
Adjective

bringing back fond memories of the past, often with a sense of longing or affection

The nostalgic song reminded him of his childhood summers spent at the beach.

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uplift
up
lift
Verb

to enhance or make better, especially in terms of mood or situation

Music has the power to uplift the atmosphere and create a positive mood.

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overjoyed
o
ver
joyed
Adjective

experiencing extreme happiness or great delight

She was overjoyed when she received the news of her promotion at work.

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impassioned
im
pa
ssioned
Adjective

filled with intense emotion, fervor, or enthusiasm

The politician delivered an impassioned speech, rallying the crowd with her powerful words.

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dote
dote
Verb

to show excessive love or fondness toward someone or something

She dotes on her pet cat, showering it with affection.

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fanciful
fan
ci
ful
Adjective

coming from the imagination rather than facts

The fanciful tales of dragons and wizards delighted the children gathered around the storyteller.

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enchant
en
chant
Verb

to strongly attract someone and make them interested and excited

The charming streets of the old town enchanted tourists, inviting them to explore its hidden treasures.

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delight
de
light
Noun

a feeling of great pleasure or joy

The children’s laughter filled the house with delight.

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fascinate
fasc
i
nate
Verb

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

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

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kindle
kin
dle
Verb

to set something on fire

The camper carefully arranged the dry leaves and twigs to kindle a small fire for cooking.

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evoke
e
voke
Verb

to call forth or elicit emotions, feelings, or responses, often in a powerful or vivid manner

The painting was carefully crafted to evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminding viewers of their childhood.

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embolden
em
bol
den
Verb

to give someone courage or confidence, inspiring them to take bold actions or face challenges with determination

The leader's speech was intended to embolden the team to tackle challenging tasks.

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relish
re
lish
Verb

to enjoy or take pleasure in something greatly

She relished the opportunity to travel to new and exotic destinations.

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relieve
re
lieve
Verb

to decrease the amount of pain, stress, etc.

Taking a short break can relieve stress during a busy workday.

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rejoice
re
joice
Verb

to feel or show great joy, delight, or happiness

The students rejoice when the teacher announces a surprise break from class.

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exude
e
xude
Verb

to discharge a substance, especially in small amounts or droplets

The cactus has the ability to exude moisture during the driest conditions, sustaining itself in the desert.

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entrance
ent
rance
Noun

an opening like a door, gate, or passage that we can use to enter a building, room, etc.

Please wait for me at the entrance of the museum.

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enthrall
enthrall
Verb

to captivate someone completely

The magician's performance enthralled the audience.

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empathize
em
pa
thize
Verb

to deeply understand and share the feelings or experiences of someone else

After hearing her friend's heartbreak, she empathized with the pain of lost love.

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deliciously
de
li
cious
ly
Adverb

in a way that is extremely enjoyable to the senses, especially taste

The stew was deliciously seasoned with fresh herbs and garlic.

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