🎭 Tone & Mood of Writing Words Flashcards

(37 cards)

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Tense

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A feeling of suspense or anxiety, creating a sense of anticipation.

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Melancholic

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A mood of deep sadness, often thoughtful and reflective.

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Sentimental

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Expressing nostalgic feelings or a tender emotional attachment.

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Ironic

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The tone is opposite to what is expected, often with a sense of humor or bitterness.

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Optimistic

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A hopeful or positive attitude, often in the face of challenges.

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Pessimistic

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A gloomy or negative outlook, expecting the worst.

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Suspenseful

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A feeling of uncertainty or dread that keeps the reader on edge.

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Sarcastic

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A tone that mocks or conveys contempt, often with a bitter edge.

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Light-hearted

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Cheerful, easy-going, and humorous, without serious intent.

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Reflective

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Thoughtful or contemplative, often in a nostalgic or melancholic way.

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Dramatic

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Overly emotional or exaggerated in tone to create impact or intensity.

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Hopeful

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A tone expressing a desire for a positive outcome, with optimism and faith.

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Humorous

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Light and amusing, designed to entertain or make the reader laugh.

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Bittersweet

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A mixture of happiness and sadness, often reflecting conflicting emotions.

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Cynical

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Distrustful or doubtful of others’ motives, often with a harsh or mocking tone.

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Reassuring

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Providing comfort or confidence, easing fear or doubt.

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Detached

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Emotionally distant or impersonal, often conveying neutrality.

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Formal

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A tone that is serious, respectful, and proper, often used in professional writing.

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Informal

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Casual, relaxed, and conversational tone, often used in personal or friendly communication.

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Solemn

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Serious, earnest, and dignified, often in situations of respect or grief.

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Angry

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A tone of frustration or rage, conveying displeasure or hostility.

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Hopeful

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Expressing optimism or belief that good things will happen.

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Joyous

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Full of happiness, cheer, or celebration.

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Frustrated

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A tone of dissatisfaction or inability to resolve a problem.

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Compassionate
A tone that shows concern or sympathy for others.
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Anxious
A feeling of nervousness, worry, or concern.
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Tender
Gentle, loving, and kind in tone.
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Exuberant
Full of lively energy, enthusiasm, and happiness.
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Mournful
A tone of sorrow, grief, or lamentation.
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Grim
A serious, often dark and foreboding tone, suggesting fear or danger.
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Rebellious
A tone of defiance or resistance to authority or convention.
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Aggressive
A hostile or combative tone, often aiming to provoke or intimidate.
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Empathetic
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, often in a compassionate manner.
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Resigned
Accepting a situation with reluctance, without hope for change.
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Introspective
Looking inwardly or self-examining, often leading to personal reflection.
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Confident
A tone expressing assurance, certainty, and belief in success.
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Jubilant
Expressing great joy or happiness, often in a celebratory tone.