DICTION WORDS
TONE WORDS
MOOD WORDS
100
This is language that uses pleasant words and terms in the place of those that may be offensive.
What is euphemistic?
100
Inclined to be charitable or kind.
What is benevolent?
100
Deeply thoughtful, often in a melancholy way; reflective.
What is pensive?
200
This language is characteristic of informal speech or writing.
What is colloquial?
200
Anger aroused by injustice or unworthiness.
What is indignant?
200
Filled with animation; lively.
What is vivacious?
300
Language that is not emotionall involved; indifferent; impartial.
What is detached?
300
Expecting the best possible outcome; emphasizing the positive aspects of a situation.
What is optimistic?
300
Believing that events are predetermined and cannot be altered.
What is fatalistic?
400
Language that is inclined to teach or moralize excessively.
What is didactic or moralistic?
400
Agreeing to do something one considers beneath one's dignity or rank.
What is condescending or patronizing?
400
Having ideas or opinions based more on feelings and emotions rather than on reason.
What is sentimental?
500
Language that is meant for or understood only by a particular or often small group.
What is esoteric?
500
Forbidding in appearance; ghastly.
What is grim?
500
Sullen; gloomy; sad.
What is morose?
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