Tone Words Flashcards
Resentful (-)
•Feeling or expressing unhappiness at having been treated unfairly in some way
Synonyms-
Dissatisfied, irritated, bitter 😤
Inferior (-)
- Lower in rank, status, quality, or ability
- Less than or not as good as
Synonyms- lesser, minor, second rate
Perplexed (n/-)
- completely confused or puzzled
- something that doesn’t make sense
Synonyms- puzzled, confused
🤔
Ecstatic (+)
• feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joy
Synonyms- overjoyed, blissful, joyful, euphoric
😁
Remorseful (-)
- full of remorse/ regret/ sorrow
- feeling sorry for your actions and or words
Synonyms- sorry regretful, apologetic
Somber (-)
Gloomy in mood
Synonyms- solemn, serious, melancholy
Skeptical (-)
Not easily convinced, having doubts
Synonyms- doubtful, cynical, in convinced
Repugnant (-)
Extremely distasteful; unacceptable
Synonyms- offensive, repulsive, disgusting, obnoxious
Apathetic (-)
Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Synonyms- uninterested, indifferent, unconcerned
Provocative (-)
Causing a strong reaction
Synonyms- provoking , confrontational, challenging
Bitter (-)
Having or showing deep seated resentment
Synonyms- hostile, acrimonious, vicious
Poignant (+/-)
Affecting the feelings, often painfully
Synonyms- moving, touching, sad
Candid (n/-)
Truthful and straight forward
Synonyms- honest, frank, blunt
Contemptuous (-)
Lack of respect or reverence for something; despising
Synonyms- scornful, disdainful, derisive, condescending
Dismayed (-)
To feel stress, worry, or to be upset
Synonyms- discouraged troubled, shocked, appalled, horrified
