semifanaffects
Semifanaffects are a proposed category in affect theory describing partially aroused or ambiguous affective states that fall between simple affect and full-scale emotion. They are characterized by partial intensity, indeterminate valence, and uncertain duration, and often operate as transitional or context-dependent responses rather than discrete emotions.
They differ from moods, which tend to be longer-lasting and diffuse, and from discrete emotions, which typically
The term is used in contemporary discussions and is not universally accepted. It is often invoked in
Research on semifanaffects is exploratory and multidisciplinary. Operational definitions vary, and investigators rely on a combination
Examples appear in literature, design, and user experience studies. A semifanffective moment might be a lingering
Critics argue that semifanaffects risk vagueness and overlap with existing terms such as affect, emotion, arousal,