SAT words about emotion and feeling.

showing fondness or tenderness

The affectionate puppy greeted everyone with enthusiastic tail wags.

feeling or appearing troubled or nervous

The agitated passenger demanded to see a manager.

feeling frightened or worried about potential danger

Residents were alarmed by the sudden increase in crime rates.

causing laughter or providing entertainment

The comedian told an amusing story about his childhood.

full of life or excitement; lively

The animated discussion lasted for hours.

strong feelings of hostility or hatred

Old animosities between the rival families finally came to an end.

showing or feeling no interest or enthusiasm

The apathetic voters stayed home on election day.

extremely happy; full of joy

They spent a blissful week at the beach.

cheerful and optimistic

Despite setbacks, she remained buoyant.

gathered together; calm and composed

Despite the chaos, she remained calm and collected.

providing solace or reassurance

Her comforting words helped ease his anxiety.

a matter of interest or importance; worry

Safety is our primary concern during the renovation.

causing worry; relating to

The doctor found some concerning symptoms during the examination.

matters of interest or worry

She raised several concerns about the proposed budget cuts.

in a state of peaceful happiness

She felt content with her simple life.

sad and depressed

The dejected team left the field in silence.

in low spirits from loss of hope

He became despondent after losing his job.

unpleasant or unenjoyable; bad-tempered

The disagreeable weather forced us to cancel the outdoor picnic.

causing one to feel unsettled or disturbed

The sudden silence in the room was disconcerting to everyone present.

without consolation or comfort; unhappy

The disconsolate widow mourned for months.

angry or dissatisfied

The disgruntled employees filed a complaint.

not influenced by strong emotion; rational

The judge remained dispassionate throughout the trial.

suffering from anxiety, sorrow, or pain; in a state of difficulty

The distressed animal was rescued by wildlife volunteers.

expressing sorrow; mournful

The doleful music matched the somber mood.

pulled or attracted; depicted with lines; looking strained or tired

She was drawn to the mysterious painting hanging in the gallery.

cheerful and full of energy

Her ebullient personality lifted everyone's spirits.

feeling overwhelming happiness

She was ecstatic when she won the award.

vivacious and enthusiastic

Her effervescent charm delighted everyone.

ecstatically happy

She was elated by the news of her promotion.

intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval

Her enthusiasm for the project was contagious and motivated the entire team.

characterized by intense excitement and happiness

The euphoric crowd cheered wildly.

very enthusiastic and eager; emotionally aroused

The children were excited about their upcoming trip to the amusement park.

filled with lively energy and excitement

Her exuberant personality brightened the room.

triumphantly happy

The exultant winners celebrated loudly.

having passionate intensity

She made a fervent plea for justice.

pitifully sad and lonely

The forlorn puppy waited at the shelter.

exuberantly happy

Children were gleeful at the surprise party.

extremely angry; enraged

The customers were incensed by the company's poor service.

lack of interest, concern, or sympathy

His indifference to her feelings caused their relationship to deteriorate.

having no particular interest or concern

He seemed indifferent to the outcome.

a feeling of curiosity about something; a quality that attracts attention

She developed an interest in astronomy after visiting the planetarium.

arousing curiosity or interest; fascinating

The detective found an intriguing clue at the scene.

offering the promise of pleasure or satisfaction; attractive and tempting

The cozy fireplace and soft chairs made the room very inviting.

causing a physical shock or jolt; incongruous in a striking way

The jarring noise of the alarm startled everyone awake.

fond of or characterized by joking

His jocular manner put people at ease.

cheerful and friendly

The jovial host welcomed every guest personally.

feeling or expressing great happiness

The jubilant fans celebrated the victory.

found agreeable or enjoyable; had affection for

Everyone liked the new employee because of her friendly attitude.

sad because of having no friends or company; isolated

Living alone in the countryside made her feel lonely at times.

looking or sounding sad and dismal

The lugubrious expression never left his face.

affected with or inclined to sadness

The melancholic poem moved readers to tears.

a deep sadness or gloom

A sense of melancholy pervaded the empty house.

full of mirth; merry

Their mirthful laughter filled the room.

sullen and ill-tempered

His morose demeanor worried his friends.

easily agitated or anxious; relating to the nerves

She felt nervous before her first job interview.

feeling longing for the past

The old photographs made her feel nostalgic.

resentful or annoyed due to a perceived insult

He felt offended by the remark about his work ethic.

responds more emotionally or forcibly than is justified

He often overreacts to minor inconveniences.

overcome completely in mind or feeling; buried beneath a huge mass

She felt overwhelmed by the amount of work she had to complete.

showing strong feelings or beliefs

She gave a passionate speech about equality.

tending to see the worst aspect of things

His pessimistic outlook proved unfounded.

calm and peaceful; tranquil

The placid surface of the pond was undisturbed.

to feel sad, repentant, or disappointed over something that has happened or been done

I regret not spending more time with my grandparents.

deserving regret; unfortunate; undesirable

It was a regrettable decision that led to many problems.

felt sad or disappointed about something that happened or was done

He regretted his harsh words as soon as he said them.

exciting; stirring; capable of arousing strong emotions

The coach gave a rousing speech before the championship game.

optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation

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

optimistic or positive

Despite setbacks, she remained sanguine about success.

giving fulfillment or pleasure; meeting expectations

Completing the marathon was an incredibly satisfying achievement.

quick to detect or respond to slight changes; easily offended or upset

This is a sensitive topic that requires careful discussion.

calm, peaceful, and untroubled

The serene lake reflected the mountains.

dark or dull; gloomy

The somber mood reflected the tragic news.

to cause someone to feel sudden shock or alarm

The loud noise made her startle and drop her coffee.

enduring pain without showing feelings

She remained stoic throughout the ordeal.

quiet and rather reflective or depressed

The audience was subdued after the sad performance.

bad-tempered and sulky

The sullen teenager refused to participate.

an unexpected event; to cause someone to feel astonishment

The party was a complete surprise to the birthday girl.

causing astonishment or wonder; unexpected

It was surprising to learn that he had never traveled abroad.

long, slow, and tiresome; boring due to length or monotony

The tedious task of filing paperwork took the entire afternoon.

free from disturbance; calm and peaceful

The tranquil lake reflected the surrounding mountains like a mirror.

characterized by conflict or disorder

The country experienced turbulent political times.

not troubled or concerned; undisturbed

She remained unbothered by the criticism and continued with her work.

not feeling or showing sympathy; indifferent or hostile

The unsympathetic manager refused to grant any extensions on the deadline.

attractively lively and animated

Her vivacious personality charmed everyone.

liable to change rapidly and unpredictably

His volatile temper made negotiations difficult.

characterized by or expressing sorrow

The woeful tale brought tears to their eyes.

feeling or showing anxiety or unease about actual or potential problems

The worried parents waited anxiously for news of their missing child.

in a very unhappy or unfortunate state

The wretched conditions appalled inspectors.