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All 295+ Emotions! [Giant list] Basic & secondary emotions

All 295+ Emotions! [Giant list] Basic & secondary emotions

What are the basic emotion ? What are examples of other emotions? We start this article with the 6 basic emotions. Then you will find a big list with all the other emotions. Examples of all other types of emotions are also included in a list. No PDF, but you can view the different emotions directly in this page. Read more…

There are 6 basic emotions (these are innate, so universal emotions)

The following six emotions are called the universal basic emotions. They were conceived not only so that they can serve as main categories to divide other emotions under, but mainly because the facial expressions are the same worldwide in the people who display these emotions.

The assumption is therefore that the form of expression, the facial expression that indicates a basic emotion, is innate .

The 6 basic emotions have been determined by Professor of Psychology Paul Ekman as follows:

  • Joy
    Related: happy, relieved, fun, contented, transported, delighted, proud, ecstasy, euphoric, delight, enthusiastic.
  • Grief
    Related: gloomy, self-pity, sad, desperate, lonely, depressed, grieving, sorrow, gloom, melancholy, unhappy, miserable, melancholy, humiliated.
  • Anxiety
    Related: restless, phobic, panicky, frightened, nervous, worried, worried, nervous, worried, suspicious, hysterical.
  • Anger
    Related: angry, annoyed, exasperated, resentment, irritated, hostile, furious, indignant, bitterness, agitation, anger.
  • Astonishment / surprise
    Related: shocked, bewildered, astonished, taken by surprise, startled.
  • Disgust / Disgust
    Related: Disdainful, Aversion, Disgust , Horrified.

Why are these called universal basic emotions?

basic emotions list

Babies and children worldwide show the same facial expressions for joy or fear, for example, without anyone having first taught them. This is used as scientific evidence to label these 6 emotions as basic emotions. The statement that this is the same worldwide is sometimes contradicted by other research or by criticism of the scientific research method.

Darwin already underlined the concept of basic emotions in the 19th century. Professor of Psychology Paul Ekman made the above-mentioned 6 emotions concrete. His life’s work revolves around, among other things, recognizing (basic) emotions through (micro-expressions in the) facial expressions.

Some do not speak of 6, but of 8 basic emotions. In that case, the above list is supplemented with shame and love.

An alternative way to label the basic emotions

In other cases, people use a different classification for the basic emotions, involving only four emotions. They just say it’s just these 4 basic emotions:

  • Happy
  • Sad
  • Scared
  • Angry

What are emotions and feelings really?

basic emotions explanation

Let’s consider the difference between emotions and feelings in two sentences:

  • An emotion is energy in motion. An emotion therefore prompts you to take action. If you don’t do anything with it, it will get trapped under the surface of your skin. So process them!
  • A feeling is also a message to do something, but from a ‘knowing’. For example, you can get a feeling from your intuition.

Those were the 6 primary emotions … Are there any secondary emotions? A list…

Besides the six basic emotions, which are the emotions that are innate in the way of expression, there are other emotions. These other emotions are sometimes said to be concepts. You will find both positive and negative emotions in this extra list, but emotions are not actually positive or negative. They are just energy. It makes no sense to judge them that way .

The list below contains many of these secondary emotions …

  1. upset
  2. exasperated
  3. suspicious
  4. shame
  5. powerless
  6. nervousness
  7. jealousy
  8. envy
  9. hope
  10. surprise
  11. confusion
  12. irritation
  13. guilt
  14. contempt
  15. confused
  16. reports
  17. jealous
  18. condescendingly
  19. frustration
  20. disappointment
  21. moved
  22. competitive
  23. giggly
  24. in love
  25. admiration
  26. pride
  27. regret
  28. repentance
  29. hate
  30. despair
  31. distraught
  32. reproach
  33. love
  34. determined
  35. breathless
  36. anxious
  37. scared
  38. sad
  39. comfortable
  40. beverig
  41. fearful
  42. satisfied
  43. inspired
  44. cheerful
  45. enthusiastic
  46. diligent
  47. dismayed
  48. irritated
  49. self-righteous
  50. suspicious
  51. offended
  52. Worried
  53. disappointed
  54. agitated
  55. tired
  56. relieved
  57. pissed off
  58. taken by surprise
  59. confused
  60. exhausted
  61. happy
  62. frustrated
  63. sad
  64. reassured
  65. nervous
  66. happy
  67. angry
  68. effervescent
  69. grumpy
  70. radiant
  71. Worried
  72. tense
  73. ashamed
  74. conceited
  75. autonomy
  76. creativity
  77. integrity
  78. emotional
  79. acceptance
  80. contribute
  81. share
  82. recognition
  83. reassurance
  84. compassion
  85. close proximity
  86. support
  87. respect
  88. tenderness
  89. safety
  90. lonely
  91. energetic
  92. used
  93. trust
  94. Warmth
  95. certainty
  96. grateful
  97. overjoyed
  98. terrified
  99. mindfulness
  100. attentive
  101. individuality
  102. authenticity
  103. care
  104. physical
  105. touch
  106. happy
  107. blissful
  108. irritated
  109. be honest
  110. protection
  111. shelter
  112. hurt
  113. grateful
  114. lifeless
  115. agitated
  116. frustrated
  117. shocked
  118. in shock
  119. tense
  120. sensitive
  121. jolly
  122. calm
  123. lively
  124. cool
  125. irritated
  126. cold
  127. pissed off
  128. powerless
  129. nervous
  130. unhappy
  131. uncomfortable
  132. restless
  133. miserable
  134. tired
  135. melancholiek
  136. uncomfortable
  137. impatient
  138. relax
  139. sad
  140. sparkling
  141. quiet
  142. tenderly
  143. despondent
  144. curious
  145. nervous
  146. boisterous
  147. disconcerted
  148. moved
  149. horrified
  150. uncertain
  151. upset
  152. perplexed
  153. panicky
  154. drowsy
  155. painful
  156. delighted
  157. cheerful
  158. freedom
  159. jealousy
  160. self confidence
  161. uncertainty
  162. upset
  163. overwhelmed
  164. satisfied
  165. have a short fuse
  166. respect
  167. fight
  168. pride
  169. elated
  170. exhausted
  171. surprised
  172. meek
  173. be optimistic
  174. patient
  175. pathetic
  176. sad
  177. blissful
  178. sad
  179. pessimistic
  180. cheerful
  181. in despair
  182. peaceful
  183. joyful
  184. warm
  185. in despair
  186. trusting
  187. nervous
  188. delighted
  189. fiery
  190. fulfilled
  191. confused
  192. amazed
  193. satisfied
  194. false feelings
  195. I feel like you are doing this to me
  196. affected
  197. helpless
  198. not desired
  199. melancholy
  200. bored
  201. separated
  202. deserted
  203. not seen
  204. turned down
  205. enlisted
  206. expectant
  207. smug
  208. soft
  209. space
  210. peace
  211. attacked
  212. cornered
  213. movement
  214. light
  215. sky
  216. play
  217. spiritual connection
  218. unit
  219. harmony
  220. meaning
  221. learning / growing
  222. arrangement
  223. beauty
  224. relaxation
  225. stress
  226. endangered
  227. fun
  228. jealous
  229. put the spot
  230. affectionate
  231. wholeness
  232. Brightness
  233. inspiration
  234. game
  235. humor
  236. unsafe
  237. not taken seriously
  238. indignant
  239. disappointed
  240. cheated
  241. involved
  242. humiliated
  243. neglected
  244. Worried
  245. embarrassed
  246. tormented
  247. betray
  248. suspicious
  249. inspired
  250. abused
  251. alienated
  252. ashamed
  253. abused
  254. downtrodden
  255. depressed
  256. intimidated
  257. anger
  258. not heard
  259. interrupted
  260. manipulated
  261. not supported
  262. condescendingly
  263. hindered
  264. numb
  265. disappointed
  266. hurt
  267. overworked reports
  268. suppressed
  269. tricky
  270. put under pressure
  271. (inner peace
  272. to celebrate
  273. not appreciated
  274. desirous
  275. resentful
  276. predominates
  277. fulfillment
  278. strengthens
  279. celebrate life
  280. mourn
  281. love
  282. fear
  283. happiness
  284. guilty trusted
  285. worried
  286. exasperated
  287. skeptical
  288. misunderstood
  289. tyrannised
  290. mistrusted

This was the list of all emotions!

About The Author

Rubin

Hello! Thanks for reading these articles. My intention is to make happiness as simple and clear as posssible. By the way, excuse my English. I am not a native English speaker since I live in Amsterdam. Much appreciated if you use the comments to make suggestions on my grammar. See ya in another blogpost!