Language Analysis - TONES Flashcards
Unwilling to believe something
“As if” …. “who would have beloved…”
Incredulous
Shocked and angry at something that’s insulting and unfair
Indignant
Criticising or complaining constantly
Carping
To belittle or reduce
Disparaging
Confident and forceful, well strong willed and authoritative
Assertive
Leaves no doubt and is very clear in intention
Unequivocal
Commanding
Imperative
Finding faultand criticising or judging or something
Critical
Seeing the negative side of things
Pessimistic
Making fun of something to show its weakness or teach a lesson
Satirical
Thinking about feelings especially remembering the past
Sentimental
Suggesting someone has done something or just complaining in general
Accusatory
Approving or thinking highly of or respecting and phrasing
Admiring
Shows little interest, lacks concern and emotion
Apathetic
Praising and paying tribute to/ glorifying/honour
Celebratory
Sympathetic; empathetic; warm hearted; tolerant and kind
Compassionate
To be sarcastic; mocking; dismissive
Derisive
To be tactful; subtle; sensitive and thoughtful
diplomatic
Filled with emotion and very passionate
Impassioned
Thinking about the past and wishing for something from the past
Nostalgic
Do you mean to cause response of anger and a strong reaction
Provocative
Arrogant; extreme self-esteem and acts superior to others
Supercilious
Pretends to appear serious because thinks he is more important that he really is; self-important, egotistical
Pompous
