Tone Words Flashcards
(36 cards)
Indignant
Expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive. Or insulting
Accusatory
Charging of wrong doing
Jovial
Happy
Lamenting
Expressing sorrow or regret for
Callous
Insensitive
Solemn
Grace, sober, or without humor
Bitter
Exhibiting strong animosity as a result of pain or grief
Reverent
Treating a subject with honor and respect
Reflective
Internist thoughts and emotions; thinking about the meaning of implications of something
Candid
Open and honest; blunt
Nostalgic
Experiencing or exhibiting a sentimental or wistful yearning for the happiness felt in a former place, time, or situation longing from the past; sentimental
Pedestrian
Lacking inspiration or excitement; dull
Contemptuous
Feeling something is beneath consideration or worthless
Earnest
Serious in intention; sincere
Jaded
Tired or worn out
Cynical
Bitterly or sneeringly distrustful;
Forthright
Direct and honest
Assertive
Confidently aggressive or self assured
Incensed
Livid; angry
Provocative
Causing strong reaction; acting to get a reaction
Zealous
Devoted
Patronizing
Treating you with kindness because they are better than you so they need to help you. Not mean spirited though
Erudite
Showing great knowledge or learning; scholarly
Obsequious
Excessively obedient; manipulative to get what they want