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Emotion prompts
Show, don't tell readers what your characters feel

    Admiration

    Respect, Esteem, Reverence, Awe

    Adoration

    Love, Worship, Devotion, Reverence

    Ambivalence

    Uncertainty, Conflict, Mixed Feelings

    Anger

    Rage, Fury, Ire, Annoyance

    Anticipation

    Expectation, Excitement, Forethought

    Apprehension

    Fear, Anxiety, Misgiving, Worry

    Awe

    Wonder, Amazement, Reverence, Astonishment

    Calmness

    Serenity, Tranquility, Peacefulness

    Curiosity

    Interest, Inquisitiveness, Wonder

    Cynicism

    Skepticism, Disbelief, Distrust

    Defensiveness

    Guardedness, Resistance, Sensitivity

    Desire

    Want, Longing, Craving, Lust

    Discontent

    Unhappiness, Dissatisfaction, Restlessness

    Disdain

    Contempt, Scorn, Derision

    Disgust

    Revulsion, Repugnance, Aversion

    Elation

    Joy, Ecstasy, Exhilaration

    Embarrassment

    Shame, Discomfiture, Abashment

    Empathy

    Compassion, Understanding, Sympathy

    Enthusiasm

    Eagerness, Zeal, Excitement

    Exuberance

    Vivacity, Cheerfulness, Liveliness

    Fatigue

    Tiredness, Exhaustion, Weariness

    Fear

    Terror, Dread, Anxiety

    Frustration

    Irritation, Agitation, Discontentment

    Gratitude

    Thankfulness, Appreciation, Gratefulness

    Indifference

    Apathy, Disinterest, Unconcern

    Indignation

    Outrage, Anger, Annoyance

    Inferiority

    Subordination, Lower Status, Subjugation

    Jealousy

    Envy, Covetousness

    Joy

    Happiness, Pleasure, Delight

    Loneliness

    Isolation, Solitude, Alienation

    Love

    Affection, Devotion, Adoration

    Melancholy

    Sadness, Sorrow, Wistfulness

    Mischievousness

    Naughtiness, Playfulness, Mischief

    Mistrust

    Distrust, Doubt, Suspicion

    Optimism

    Hopefulness, Positivity, Confidence

    Overwhelm

    Engulf, Bury, Deluge, Flood

    Pain

    Suffering, Agony, Distress, Hurt

    Power

    Dominance, Control, Influence

    Pride

    Self-respect, Dignity, Honor

    Regret

    Remorse, Sorrow, Contrition

    Rejection

    Refusal, Dismissal, Spurning

    Relief

    Comfort, Reprieve, Alleviation

    Remorse

    Regret, Guilt, Contrition

    Resentment

    Bitterness, Spite, Grudge

    Sadness

    Sorrow, Grief, Unhappiness

    Satisfaction

    Contentment, Gratification, Pleasure

    Serenity

    Calm, Peace, Tranquility

    Shock

    Astonishment, Amazement, Surprise

    Stubbornness

    Obstinacy, Inflexibility, Rigidity

    Surprise

    Astonishment, Amazement, Shock

    Trust

    Confidence, Belief, Faith

    Vulnerability

    Weakness, Susceptibility, Frailty

Awe

A feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder.
Related synonyms
Wonder
Amazement
Reverence
Astonishment
External/Physical
Mouth agape
Eyes wide open
Hushed voice
Frozen in place
Staring unblinkingly
Soft, whispered exclamations
Lifting chin in wonder
Slow head tilts
Catching breath
Heart skipping a beat
Raising hands to face
Touching heart
Being lost in the sight
Murmuring amazement
Tears of wonder
Breathless admiration
Transfixed gaze
Holding onto someone
Eyes sparkling with marvel
Hesitant steps forward
Internal/Physical
Heart swelling
Overwhelmed emotions
Feeling minuscule
Sense of marvel
Being humbled
Overwhelmed by beauty
Sensation of transcendence
Intense appreciation
Feeling insignificant
Absorbing grandeur
Mental activity
Losing track of time
Feeling connected to universe
Being inspired
Realigning beliefs
Deep reflection
Considering vastness
Appreciating greatness
Feeling grateful
Reverent contemplation