Definition of "emote" [emote]

• To express emotion, especially in an excessive or theatrical manner: "The more she emotes, the less he listens, and the less he listens, the more strident and emotive she becomes” ( Maggie Scarf). (verb-intransitive)

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• "It has become fashionable of late for journalists to "emote" on television."
• "A man of McCain's age, military discipline and predatory instincts does not sincerely "emote" in front of millions of people over an issue he already worked through and written about in a book."
• "I for one cannot be talked into ignoring his religious beliefs and personal stances on many topics, such as Scientology and Modern Pharmaceuticals, whilst he is on screen trying to "emote"."