What does "sentiment" mean?

1. (opinion or feeling) an opinion or a feeling you have about a situation. 2. (tender emotion) gentle or romantic feelings, sometimes when they seem a bit silly or too emotional.

How do you use "sentiment"?

Often used with the verbs 'echo' or 'share' to show agreement. Frequently appears in the phrase 'sentimental value'.

sentiment

US //ˈsɛnəmənt// UK //sˈɛntɪmənt// sen·ti·ment

1 opinion or feeling (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate Formal

an opinion or a feeling you have about a situation.

a general thought, feeling, or attitude expressed toward a subject. Often used in formal contexts to describe public or market opinion.

Example

I agree with the sentiment that we need more parks in the city.

Example

Market sentiment remained cautious as investors waited for the central bank to announce its latest decision on interest rates.

Usage

Often used with the verbs 'echo' or 'share' to show agreement.
2 tender emotion (n.)
C1 Advanced Literary

gentle or romantic feelings, sometimes when they seem a bit silly or too emotional.

emotional reflection or tender feelings, often contrasted with reason or practical judgment.

Example

There is no room for sentiment in a tough business deal.

Example

The old house held great sentimental value for her, though its crumbling walls were a practical nightmare.

Usage

Frequently appears in the phrase 'sentimental value'.
- logic
- pragmatism

Origin

From Old French sentement, from Latin sentimentum.

Word family

Nounsentiment
Adjectivesentimental