tone words Flashcards
(26 cards)
calm
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions
controllled
Having been limited in intensity or level; kept in check.
diplomatic
Skilled in dealing with sensitive matters or people; tactful.
moderate
Avoiding extremes of behavior or expression : observing reasonable limits.
open minded
Receptive to arguments or ideas.
reasonable
Being in accordance with reason - not extreme or excessive.
authoritive
Commanding and self-confident; likely to be respected and obeyed.
educated
Having been educated.
expert
A person who is very knowledgeable about or skilful in a particular area.
formal
done in accordance with convention or etiquette; suitable for or constituting an official or important occasion.
cautious
Characterized by the desire to avoid potential problems or dangers.
Conservative
Averse to change or innovation and holding traditional values
guarded
Cautious and having possible reservations.
bland
Lacking strong features or characteristics and therefore uninteresting.
dull
Lacking interest or excitement.
inspid
Lacking vigour or interest
apathetic
Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
detached
Separate or disconnected.
amused
Pleasantly entertained or diverted (as by something funny).
humourous
Possessing, indicating, or expressive of an ability to be funny or to be amused by things that are funny.
Ironic
Relating to, containing, or constituting irony.
Ridiculing
to make fun of
Sarcastic
having the character of sarcasm
animated
Endowed with life or the qualities of life
