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Tone Definitions Set 2 Flashcards

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Pragmatic

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Practical

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Pompous

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Characterized by an ostentatious display of dignity or importance

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Reticent

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Reserved; reluctant

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Indignant

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Feeling strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base

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Contemptuous

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Scornful; disrespectful; showing disdain

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Caustic

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Severely critical or sarcastic

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Malicious

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Spiteful; malicious

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Didactic

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Instructive; too lecture-driven; preachy

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Seductive

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Enticing; captivating

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Whimsical

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Spontaneously fanciful or playful

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