emotion

Definition

A strong feeling, such as happiness, sadness, or fear, that is a natural part of being human

The movie evoked a powerful emotion in me, and I ended up crying.

A person's emotional state at a particular time, influencing their thoughts and behavior

After winning the game, the team's emotion was one of pure elation and excitement.

feelingOften used to describe a vague or general emotional state, rather than a specific emotion sentimentTends to be more formal and can imply a slightly more intellectual or thoughtful emotional response passionUsually implies a strong and intense emotion, often related to love, anger, or enthusiasm