mood &tone words

Mood &Tone Words

By Gabrielle Frega and Kendall Link

BenevolentDefinition-characterized by or

expressing goodwill or kindly feelingsSynonym- good, kind, humane and

generous.

Compassionate Definition-having or showing

compassionSynonym-pitying, sympathizing and

sympathetic.

ComplimentaryDefinition- saying something that is

often one that is politely flattering about the person.

Synonym-commendatory and praising.

Forthright Definition-going straight to the pointSynonym-direct, fast and outspoken.

Serene Definition-calm, peaceful, or tranquil.Synonym-undisturbed, imperturbable,

unperturbed and composed

Sympathetic

Definition-characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting.

Synonym-commiserating, kind and affectionate.

Objective

Definition-something that one's efforts or actions are intended to attain or accomplish.

Synonym-impartial, fair, impersonal and disinterested.

Bewildered

Definition-completely puzzled or confused

Synonym-mystify, nonplus, confuse and daze.

Condescending

Definition-implying a usually patronizing descent from dignity or superiority

Synonym-patronizing, disdainful and supercilious

Desolate Definition-barren or laid wasteSynonym- ravaged

HaughtyDefinition-disdainfully proudSynonym- lordly, disdainful

Indignant Definition- feeling, characterized by,

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

Synonym- angry, resentful, infuriated and mad

Melancholy Definition-a gloomy state of mind,

especially when habitual or prolonged

Synonym-sadness, dejection, despondency.

Mocking

Definition-to attack or treat with ridicule

Synonym-deride; taunt, flout, gibe

Ominous

Definition-portending evil or harmSynonym - Ominous, portentous,

threatening, menacing, fateful  

Pessimistic Definition- pertaining to or

characterized by gloomy Synonym- despairing, hopeless

Severe

Definition-harsh Synonym- strict, hard

SolemnDefinition-grave, sober, or mirthless,

as a personSynonym-unsmiling, serious

SomberDefinition-gloomily darkSynonym-dusky, murky, sunless

Suspicious Definition-tending to cause or excite

questionableSynonym-suspect, dubious, doubtful

Irreverent

Definition-not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence

Synonym- irreligious, impious, profane.

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