7636015559 | tentative tone | unsure, uncertain, nor definite or positive, hesitant | 0 | |
7636020405 | prudent tone | marked by wisdom or judiciousness, shrewd in the management of practical affairs, marked by circumspection (discreet, frugal) | 1 | |
7636030617 | detached tone | reflects little emotion, may be coldly logical and unbiased | 2 | |
7636034036 | ironic tone | expression of a writer's attitude toward his or her subject, often conveyed using sarcasm, exaggeration, or understatement, this tone calls attention to the difference between the way a subject is described and what is actually true about that subject; often found in satirical writing, which commonly seeks to criticize its subject | 3 | |
7639444346 | fervent tone | shows very strong feelings or enthusiasm, often associated with the feelings aroused by patriotism, religion, or a belief in a cause one supports or opposes | 4 | |
7639486557 | empathetic tone | forceful and definite in expression or action | 5 | |
7639491110 | tone of understated modesty | subtle regard for decency of behavior, speech, dress, etc; simple moderation | 6 | |
7639499819 | tone of mock solemnity | sounds like someone pretending to be solemn or serious; might be making fun of or making light of something serious or solemn, mockery of a solemn occasions (wedding, funeral, etc.) | 7 | |
7639508212 | tone of criticism | a sense of helplessness or hopelessness toward life, a feeling that nothing can be changed, that evil will prevail, that man is basically selfish and incapable of being reformed | 8 | |
7639519192 | defensive tone | concerned with justifying their actions or words, trying to protect or justify themselves | 9 | |
7639525112 | tone of indecisiveness | inconclusive, marked by indecision, not clearly marked out, not decisive | 10 | |
7639530833 | nostalgic tone | a sentimental or wistful yearning for for the happiness felt in a former place, time, or situation | 11 |
AP Language Tone vocab Flashcards
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