Word of today 10/9

sentiment


n. 名詞

1. [C,U] formal -an opinion or feeling you have about something 【正式】意見﹐觀點﹐感想

Example:

It is my sentiment that we should vote against the motion .   
我的意見是我們應該對這個動議投反對票。 


Nationalist sentiment has increased in the area since the bombing.

I don't think she shares my sentiments.

His son was overwhelmed by the sentiments of love and support in the cards and letters he received.

"It's a very bad situation." "My sentiments exactly (= I completely agree)."



2. [U] feelings of pity, love, sadness etc that are often considered to be too strong or not suitable for a particular situation 多愁善感


There's no place for sentiment in business !   
做生意容不得感情用事。 


idiom 慣用語
. popular sentiment (=what most people think) 民意
  

. my/your sentiments


I share your sentiments entirely .   我和你的看法完全相同。