Vocabulary: Tone Words 1 Flashcards
Satirical
Of, relating to, or characterized by satire (satire is ironic, sarcastic, oftentimes scathing humor designed to ridicule those in any position of power or privilege.)
Abashed
embarrassed or ashamed
Benevolent
kind; showing kindness or goodwill toward another
Poignant (pronounced “Poy-nyent”)
evoking a keen sense of sadness
Vexed
difficult and much debated; persistently annoying and problematic; seemingly unsolvable
Seductive
tempting and attractive; enticing
Stentorian (exclusively used to describe someone’s voice/way of speaking)
Loud, powerful, booming (suitable for giving speeches to large crowds)
Irreverent
without due respect or veneration; disrespectful (esp. of religious things)
Trenchant
vigorous or incisive in expression or style; severe, expressing strong criticism or forceful opinions
Begrudging
to envy (someone) the possession or the enjoyment of (something) whether material items, or positions of power, wealth, or privilege
Languid
Lacking in vigor or vitality; sluggish, slack, or slow; exhausted; listless
swaggering
boastful, conceited
Caustic
burning, corrosive, like acid (but with words)
Disparaging
to speak of in a slighting or disrespectful way; belittling; reducing in esteem or rank
Laudatory
containing or expressing praise; celebrating something
Blithe
a carefree, cheerful disposition
Pessimistic
negative in outlook; always thinking the worst
Denunciatory
warning one of punishment; accusing of wrongdoing
Pragmatic
dealing with problems reasonably and logically
Devil-May-Care
careless or reckless; Happy-go-lucky; jovial and rakish in manner
