sentiment
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
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.
Simple“I agree with the sentiment that we need more parks in the city.”
In context“Market sentiment remained cautious as investors waited for the central bank to announce its latest decision on interest rates.”
UsageOften used with the verbs 'echo' or 'share' to show agreement.
- 02 C1 Advanced
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.
Simple“There is no room for sentiment in a tough business deal.”
In context“The old house held great sentimental value for her, though its crumbling walls were a practical nightmare.”
UsageFrequently appears in the phrase 'sentimental value'.
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“A common sentiment is shared in the nightlife industry: “Phones killed the dancefloor.” This isn’t surprising.”
“French officials have accused Russians of fostering anti-French sentiment in a number of African countries.”
From Old French sentement, from Latin sentimentum.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.