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
Emotion prompts
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A feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant or offensive.
Related synonyms
Revulsion
Repugnance
Aversion
Turned up nose
Frowning
Pushing away
Stepping back
Squinting eyes
Wrinkled forehead
Looking away
Tight-lipped
Hand over mouth
Shaking head
Coughing
Narrowed eyes
Holding nose
Gagging
Waving hand in front of face
Flaring nostrils
Shivering
Looking offended
Avoiding touch
Rapid blinking
Queasiness in stomach
Sudden chill
Tightness in throat
Wanting to spit
Tensing up
Feeling dirtied
Raised hairs on arms
Distaste on tongue
Desire to cleanse
Avoiding the source
Criticizing internally
Judging silently
Recalling similar distasteful things
Wishing for distance
Devaluing the cause of disgust
Dwelling on details
Avoiding repetition
Seeking distraction
Prioritizing personal comfort