What is the difference between the terms 'sentimental' and 'emotional'?
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dictionary.reference.com/browse/sentimental dictionary.reference.com/browse/emotional – Vladislav Rastrusny Apr 9 '11 at 11:13
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3As asked, you are best served by just looking them up in a dictionary. If you are more specific, you will get better answers. – tenfour Apr 9 '11 at 11:33
Use sentimental to indicate mood, as in someone who reflects on his/her feelings.
Use emotional to indicate someone who reacts to events by expressing what he/she feels.
Sentimental connotes an internalized feeling, emotional an expressive one.
