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单词 sentiments
释义

sentiment

noun

sen·​ti·​ment ˈsen-tə-mənt How to pronounce sentiment (audio)
1
a
: an attitude, thought, or judgment prompted by feeling : predilection
b
: a specific view or notion : opinion
2
a
: emotion
b
: refined feeling : delicate sensibility especially as expressed in a work of art
c
: emotional idealism
d
: a romantic or nostalgic feeling verging on sentimentality
3
a
: an idea colored by emotion
b
: the emotional significance of a passage or expression as distinguished from its verbal context

Synonyms

  • chord
  • emotion
  • feeling
  • passion
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Example Sentences

His criticism of the court's decision expresses a sentiment that is shared by many people. an expression of antiwar sentiments She likes warmth and sentiment in a movie. You have to be tough to succeed in the business world. There's no room for sentiment.
Recent Examples on the Web The University of Michigan survey of consumer sentiment measures how U.S. consumers feel about their personal finances, business conditions and buying conditions. Aziz Sunderji, WSJ, 4 Sep. 2022 But accompanying the hiring was a burst of inflation that hit a 40-year peak this summer, crushing consumer sentiment and putting the administration on the defensive to show how its policies are helping the economy. Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2022 Bier advises finance leaders to get data on employee sentiment by partnering with HR, conducting surveys, and asking managers. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2022 Meanwhile, the final results of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey this month showed a big surge in the outlook for the year ahead. Nicole Goodkind, CNN, 30 Aug. 2022 The data bears that out: Consumer sentiment hit a historic low in June, though the University of Michigan index has edged higher as gas prices retreat from the record highs recorded that month. Jaclyn Peiser, BostonGlobe.com, 20 Aug. 2022 The data bears that out: Consumer sentiment hit a historic low in June, though the University of Michigan index has edged higher as gas prices retreat from the record highs recorded that month. Jaclyn Peiser, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2022 On Friday, the University of Michigan reported its consumer sentiment index was up 7% on a monthly basis to 55.1 in August, beating consensus economist estimates of 52.5. Benzinga, Detroit Free Press, 13 Aug. 2022 Consumer sentiment regarding high or low fuel pricing does impact how consumers spend on other categories. Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 12 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

French or Medieval Latin; French, from Medieval Latin sentimentum, from Latin sentire

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

sentiment

noun

sen·​ti·​ment ˈsen-tə-mənt How to pronounce sentiment (audio)
1
: a thought or attitude influenced by feeling
a strong religious sentiment
2
: opinion sense 1
3
: tender feelings of affection

Medical Definition

sentiment

noun

sen·​ti·​ment ˈsent-ə-mənt How to pronounce sentiment (audio)
1
: an attitude, thought, or judgment colored or prompted by feeling or emotion
2
: emotion sense 2, feeling sense 2

sentiments

noun

plural of sentiment
1
as in feelings
a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation a sentiment of happiness and goodwill

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • feelings
  • emotions
  • chords
  • passions
  • attitudes
  • perceptions
  • impressions
  • opinions
  • notions
  • viewpoints
  • beliefs
  • minds
  • convictions
  • senses
  • perspectives
  • sensitivities
  • sensations
  • standpoints
  • sensibilities
  • outlooks
  • views
  • persuasions
  • judgements
  • angles
  • verdicts
  • judgments
  • receptivities

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • insensitivities
2
as in opinions
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge antiwar sentiments

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • opinions
  • beliefs
  • minds
  • feelings
  • views
  • convictions
  • thoughts
  • impressions
  • notions
  • comments
  • observations
  • persuasions
  • perceptions
  • verdicts
  • attitudes
  • eyes
  • judgments
  • judgements
  • ideas
  • assumptions
  • remarks
  • decisions
  • says
  • presumptions
  • estimates
  • faiths
  • advice
  • guesses
  • presuppositions
  • viewpoints
  • concepts
  • suggestions
  • theories
  • conceptions
  • stances
  • reflections
  • recommendations
  • determinations
  • hypotheses
  • estimations
  • perspectives
  • conjectures
  • conclusions
  • hunches
  • standpoints
  • stands
  • positions
  • outlooks
  • inputs
  • shoes
  • takes
  • esteems
  • angles
  • credences
  • surmises
  • deliverances
  • credits
  • obiter dicta
  • counterviews
  • slants

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • facts
  • truths
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