emotionaloccasion
nounUK /ɪˈməʊʃənəl əˈkeɪʒən/
US /ɪˈmoʊʃənəl əˈkeɪʒən/
A time when people feel strong feelings like joy or sadness.
Her birthday party was a happy emotional occasion for the whole family.
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2. A formal event that stirs deep feelings in everyone present.
The wedding was an emotional occasion that made many guests cry.
3. A moment when strong feelings affect how people act.
The farewell was an emotional occasion, so everyone hugged for a long time.
4. A situation that brings out tender or intense feelings.
Seeing the old photos turned the reunion into an emotional occasion.