Emotion/ɪˈməʊʃn/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/2Emotion Intensity Emotion implies a strong internal experience often linked to specific situations or memories. The emotion in the room was palpable when they reunited. Pro Tip 2/2Expressiveness People show emotion differently; some might be expressive while others more reserved. He rarely shows emotion, but when he does, it's sincere.