Tone Words - Neutral Flashcards
Authoritative
able to be trusted as being accurate or true; reliable.
“clear, authoritative information and advice”
Bemused
puzzled, confused, or bewildered.
“Lucy looked a little bemused”
Calm
not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.
“she had to keep calm at all costs”
Concerned
worried, troubled, or anxious.
“the villagers are concerned about burglaries”
Considered
having been thought about carefully.
“I may not have time to give a considered reply to suggestions”
Dispassionate
not influenced by strong emotion, and so able to be rational and impartial.
“she dealt with life’s disasters in a calm, dispassionate way”
Even
in the same plane or line; level.
“run a file along the saw to make all of the teeth even with each other”
Measured
having a slow, regular rhythm.
“she set off with measured tread”
Pleading
the action of making an emotional or earnest appeal to someone.
“he ignored her pleading”
Restrained
characterized by reserve or moderation; unemotional or dispassionate.
“his restrained, gentlemanly voice”
Sentimental
of or prompted by feelings of tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia.
“she felt a sentimental attachment to the place creep over her”
Serious
demanding or characterized by careful consideration or application.
“marriage is a serious matter”
Thoughtful
absorbed in or involving thought.
“brows drawn together in thoughtful consideration”