stated feeling
[/ˈsteɪtɪd ˈfiːlɪŋ/]
noun phrasepl: stated feelings
sentimento declarado
1. An emotion or sentiment that has been explicitly expressed or communicated, often in words
His stated feeling was that the decision was unfair.
O sentimento declarado dele era que a decisão era injusta.
2. An openly acknowledged emotional reaction or opinion shared directly with others
Despite her stated feelings of happiness, she seemed troubled.
Apesar de seus sentimentos declarados de felicidade, ela parecia perturbada.
3. In psychology or research, emotions that a person consciously reports or articulates
The study measured the stated feelings of participants through surveys.
O estudo mediu os sentimentos declarados dos participantes através de pesquisas.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'stated feeling' is commonly used in professional, academic, and therapeutic settings where distinguishing between expressed emotions and actual internal states is important. Brazilians tend to be more emotionally expressive in general conversation, making the distinction between stated and hidden feelings particularly relevant in formal or sensitive contexts.
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