Increase Your Emotional Vocabulary Part 2

About a year and a half ago I published a post entitled "Increase Your Emotional Vocabulary", and since it was quite a hit, I decided a second part, with emphasis on negative feelings, was in order. As writers it is vital to be precise with our characters emotional state of mind; the words Mad, Sad, and Afraid are just not enough at times. Increase your emotional vocabulary with this handy list! But please keep in mind that you should not replace one word with another just because it sounds better. It must also suit the situation. 

Afraid:

-apprehensive  -concerned  -defensive  -frazzled  -frightened  -insecure  -panicked  -petrified  -scared  -shocked  -tense  -terrified  -uneasy  -weary  -worried

Annoyed:

-aggravated  -dismayed  -disgruntled  -displeased  -exasperated  -frustrated  -impatient  -irritated

Angry:

-enraged  -furious  -incensed  -irate  -livid  -outraged 

Aversion:

-animosity  -appalled  -contempt  -disgust  -dislike  -hate  -repulsed

Confused:

-ambivalent  -baffled  -bewildered  -dazed  -lost  -mystified  -perplexed  -puzzled

Disconnected:

-alienated  -aloof  -bored  -detached  -distant  -indifferent  -numb  -withdrawn

Embarrassed:

-ashamed  -chagrined  -flustered  -guilty  -mortified  -self-conscience

Fatigued:

-burnt out  -depleted  -exhausted  -lethargic  -listless  -sleepy  -tired  -worn out

Sad:

-depressed  -dejected  -despair  -disappointed  -discouraged  -disheartened  -forlorn  -gloomy  -hopeless  -unhappy  -wretched 

Tense:

-anxious  -cranky  -distressed  -distraught  -on edge  -irritable  -nervous  -overwhelmed  -stressed out

Vulnerable:

-fragile  -guarded  -helpless  -insecure  -reserved  -sensitive

Yearning:

-envious  -jealous  -longing  -pining  -wistful

Hope you find this list as useful as the original, and since this list is not all inclusive, feel free to add your own in the comment section below! Happy Writing!



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by A. Piper Burgi

Piper is the author of military lifestyle books and RV travel journals. When she isn't busy typing away on her computer, she can be found chasing after her furry children or holding on tightly to a good cup of coffee. Follow her on LinkedIn, Facebook, Goodreads and Google+.