Tone Definitions Set 7 Flashcards

1
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Detached

A

Uninvolved; disinterested; aloof

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2
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Burlesque

A

Involving ludicrous or mocking treatment of a solemn subject

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3
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Mock-serious

A

Pretending to be serious with a look or act

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4
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Vibrant

A

Vigorous; energetic

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5
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Austere

A

Grave; sober; solemn; serious; without excess; simple

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6
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Credulous

A

Willing to believe or trust too readily; gullible

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7
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Fatuous

A

Foolish or inane; silly

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8
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Haughty

A

Disdainfully proud; snobbish; scornfully arrogant

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9
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Audacious

A

Extremely bold or daring; recklessly brave

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10
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Inane

A

Lacking sense, significance, or ideas

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