emotionally
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for emotionally, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a way that involves or shows emotion.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use emotionally
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “emotionally” mean?
The word “emotionally” means in a way that involves or shows emotion. In plain terms, in terms of feelings, or while showing feelings.
How do you pronounce “emotionally”?
“Emotionally” is pronounced ih-MOH-shuh-nuh-lee (/ɪˈmoʊʃənəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “emotionally” in a sentence?
Here is “emotionally” used in a sentence: “He spoke emotionally about losing his job.”
What part of speech is “emotionally”?
“Emotionally” is an adverb.
Is “emotionally” a common word?
“Emotionally” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “emotionally” have?
“Emotionally” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that involves or shows emotion.
What is the difference between emotionally and mentally?
Emotionally refers to feelings and emotional states, while mentally refers to thinking, concentration, and cognitive processes. Someone can be mentally sharp yet emotionally exhausted, which shows the two adverbs cover different areas of experience.
What are common collocations with emotionally?
Frequent pairings include emotionally attached, emotionally drained, emotionally charged, emotionally available, and emotionally invested. In each case the adverb signals that the description concerns feelings rather than physical or financial matters.
When should you use emotionally instead of emotively?
Use emotionally to describe how a person feels or reacts, as in "she responded emotionally." Emotively is much rarer and describes language or actions intended to stir emotion in others, rather than the feelings a person actually has.