feels
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for feels, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (informal, plural) Strong or tender emotions.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use feels
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Very informal, common in online and social-media speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does “feels” mean?
The word “feels” means (informal, plural) Strong or tender emotions. In plain terms, casual internet slang for a rush of emotion, usually nostalgic or sentimental.
How do you pronounce “feels”?
“Feels” is pronounced feelz (/fiːlz/ in IPA).
How do you use “feels” in a sentence?
Here is “feels” used in a sentence: “That old song gives me all the feels.”
What part of speech is “feels”?
“Feels” is a noun.
Is “feels” a common word?
“Feels” is a very common word in modern English.
What does 'in my feels' mean?
To be 'in your feels' means you are caught up in strong emotions — often nostalgic, sad, or sentimental. The phrase is casual internet and text slang, suggesting someone is feeling unusually emotional or reflective, sometimes after music, a memory, or a late night. It is playful rather than clinical.
Is 'feels' formal or informal?
Very informal. 'Feels' as a plural noun for emotions is slang that grew out of internet and social-media culture, as in 'that gave me all the feels.' It is fine in casual chat, texts, and memes, but you should use 'feelings' or 'emotions' in formal writing or professional settings.
What is an example of 'feels'?
You will most often see it in sentences like 'that movie gave me all the feels' or 'I'm in my feels tonight.' Both use 'feels' to describe a rush of strong emotion. The term is affectionate and lighthearted, popular in captions, comments, and everyday conversation among friends.