# Feelings & Attitudes Upper Intermediate

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- CEFR: B2 (Upper-intermediate)
- Theme: Synonyms & Antonyms
- Words: 16
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Feelings and attitudes vocabulary for more complex reactions — apprehensive, reluctant, dismayed and eager — telling a wary, sullen mood apart from one that…

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## Word list

* **apprehensive** /ˌæprɪˈhɛnsɪv/: Another word for worried — nervous about something bad that might happen soon. — “I felt **apprehensive** before my first driving test.”
* **indifferent** /ˌɪnˈdɪfrənt/: The opposite of interested — showing no real reaction, whether things go well or badly. — “He stayed **indifferent** through the whole debate, scrolling on his phone.”
* **overwhelmed** /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmd/: Another word for stressed — with far more to deal with than you can manage. — “New parents often feel **overwhelmed** in the first few weeks.”
* **reluctant** /rɪˈlʌktənt/: The opposite of eager — unwilling to do something. — “He was **reluctant** to admit he'd made a mistake.”
* **resentful** /rɪˈzɛntfəl/: The opposite of grateful — bitter about how you've been treated. — “She grew **resentful** after being passed over for the promotion twice.”
* **apathetic** /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/: The opposite of passionate — showing no real energy or interest in anything. — “The students seemed **apathetic** about the upcoming exams.”
* **disgruntled** /dɪsˈɡrʌntəld/: The opposite of satisfied — annoyed about a decision or a situation. — “The **disgruntled** passengers complained loudly about the delay.”
* **eager** /ˈiɡər/: The opposite of reluctant — keen and enthusiastic to do something. — “She was **eager** to start her first day at the new job.”
* **appreciative** /əˈpriʃiˌeɪtɪv/: Another word for thankful — used when you clearly show you're grateful for something. — “The team was truly **appreciative** of all the extra help.”
* **dismayed** /dɪˈsmeɪd/: Another word for upset — used when something turns out badly and disappoints you. — “He was **dismayed** to find the shop had already closed.”
* **vexed** /vɛkst/: Another word for annoyed — slightly angry and a little worried as well. — “She was **vexed** by the tone of the reply more than its content.”
* **wary** /ˈwɛri/: Another word for cautious — careful because something might be dangerous. — “She was **wary** of anyone who agreed with her too quickly.”
* **smug** /smʌɡ/: Another word for self-satisfied — pleased with yourself in a way that irritates. — “He looked **smug** for the rest of the afternoon.”
* **sullen** /ˈsʌlən/: Another word for bad-tempered — silent and refusing to be cheered up. — “The whole team went **sullen** after the second goal.”
* **downcast** /ˈdaʊnˌkæst/: Another word for sad — low in spirits and without much hope left. — “The whole crew looked **downcast** after the announcement.”
* **frantic** /ˈfræntɪk/: Another word for panicked — behaving wildly because you are frightened. — “She made a **frantic** search of every pocket she owned.”

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