concealed sentiment
[/kənˈsiːld ˈsentɪmənt/]
noun phrasepl: concealed sentiments
sentimento oculto
1. A feeling, emotion, or opinion that is deliberately hidden or kept secret from others
Behind her polite smile lay a concealed sentiment of resentment toward her colleague.
Por trás de seu sorriso educado havia um sentimento oculto de ressentimento em relação à sua colega.
2. An unexpressed or suppressed emotional state that is not openly demonstrated
His concealed sentiment about the decision became evident only after the meeting ended.
Seu sentimento oculto sobre a decisão ficou evidente apenas depois que a reunião terminou.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, concealed sentiment reflects psychological awareness of the gap between internal emotional states and external presentations. Brazilians, generally more expressive, may view concealed sentiment as deceptive, while American business culture often normalizes emotional suppression in professional contexts. The concept appears frequently in literature, psychology, and interpersonal communication discussions.
NYC Slang
buried feelings; what's really going on beneath the surface
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