Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mixed emotions
phrase
/mɪkst ɪˈmoʊʃənz/
Definition
A state of having contradictory feelings or thoughts about a particular situation or person.
Examples
- She felt mixed emotions when she heard the news about the promotion; she was happy for her colleague but sad to see them go.
- Graduating can bring mixed emotions as students look forward to new opportunities while missing their friends.
- He had mixed emotions about moving to a new city, excited for a fresh start but sad to leave his hometown.
Meaning
Mixed emotions refer to the coexistence of multiple feelings at once, often causing confusion or uncertainty.
Synonyms
- ambivalence
- conflicted feelings
- dual feelings
- complex emotions
