Emotionally

Definition

Emotionally is an adverb that refers to actions, responses, or states of being influenced by or related to emotions. It indicates that something is done with, or in a manner involving, feelings or emotional reactions.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪˈmoʊʃənəli/
• Respelling: i-MOH-shuh-nuh-lee

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪˈməʊʃənəli/
• Respelling: i-MOH-shuh-nuh-lee

The pronunciation of "emotionally" is largely the same in both American and British English, with slight differences in the vowel sounds of the first syllable.

Etymology

The word "emotionally" is derived from the base word "emotion," which originates from the French word "émotion," meaning "a strong feeling." This, in turn, comes from the Latin "emotio," meaning "a movement or disturbance," from the verb "emovere" ("e-" meaning "out" and "movere" meaning "to move"). The adverbial suffix "-ly" is added to form "emotionally," meaning "in an emotional manner."

Derivatives

• Emotion (noun)
• Emotional (adjective)
• Emotionless (adjective)
• Emote (verb)
• Emotive (adjective)

Synonyms

• Sentimentally
• Feelingly
• Passionately

Antonyms

• Indifferently
• Unemotionally
• Rationally

Usage

The word "emotionally" is often used in psychological, personal, and social contexts to describe actions or states that are influenced by strong feelings. It may also be used to describe responses or reactions that are driven by emotional engagement rather than logic or reason.

Related Terms

• Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
• Emotional intelligence: The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions and those of others.
• Sentiment: A view or attitude that is based on emotions or feelings.

Detailed Definitions

Adverb

• In a manner related to emotions: Refers to actions or responses that involve feelings or are influenced by emotional states.
  • Example: "She reacted emotionally to the news of his departure."
• With strong feelings or passion: Indicates that something is done with deep emotion or sentiment.
  • Example: "He spoke emotionally about the impact of the charity on his life."