to have a particular, often unspecified or negative, emotional reaction or feeling about something or someone
This expression is perfect when you have an emotional reaction to something but don't want to get into the details, or when your feelings are a bit complicated. It often implies a slightly negative or unsettled feeling, like when something doesn't quite sit right with you. It's a subtle way to say you're not thrilled without making a big fuss!
💡 **Heads up!** While "to feel a certain way" can sometimes be neutral, it most frequently hints at a mild dissatisfaction, unease, or disappointment. For example, if your friend cancels plans last minute, you might say, "I felt a certain way about him canceling," rather than explicitly saying "I was annoyed." It’s a good phrase for expressing nuanced or unspoken feelings.
When would you most appropriately use 'to feel a certain way'? A. 🎉 When you're overjoyed because you won the lottery. B. 🧐 When someone says something rude and you're slightly offended but don't want to escalate it. C. 🚀 When you're extremely excited about a new project at work.