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emotionally

adverb B2 Neutral

Meaning

"Emotionally" refers to actions or responses that are influenced by feelings rather than logic or reason.
💡 A common mistake is using "emotionally" when "emotional" is more appropriate, especially when describing a person or their state.

Example Sentences

She was emotionally affected by the news of the closure .
She was emotionally affected by the sad news yesterday .
She was emotionally tired after the long , difficult day .

Word in Context

Anna has been feeling emotionally tired after a long week , but she decided to meet her friend at the cafe . She arrived early and ordered a tea , watching people pass by to calm her mind . During the conversation she talked about small problems and laughed , which made her feel more relaxed . By the time she left , she felt ready to face the next week with a clearer head .

Common Phrases

emotionally charged emotionally intelligent emotionally stable

Antonyms

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