1 / 22

Tone Words

This analysis delves into the dichotomy of human emotions, highlighting characteristics that range from benevolence and compassion to condescension and haughtiness. Through a detailed examination of these traits, we seek to understand their impact on interpersonal relationships and personal well-being. Key terms such as sympathetic, objective, and severe are explored to illustrate the complexities of human behavior. By understanding both positive and negative traits, individuals can enhance their emotional intelligence and foster a more compassionate society.

mairi
Télécharger la présentation

Tone Words

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Tone Words Taylor O’Donald 4th 3-21-11

  2. Benevolent • characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings • kind

  3. Compassionate • having or showing compassion • tender

  4. complimentary • of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering • praising

  5. forthright • going straight to the point • aboveboard

  6. serene • calm, undisturbed • at peace

  7. Sympathetic • concerned, feeling • affectionate

  8. Objective • something that one's efforts or actions are intended to attain or accomplish • disinterested

  9. bewildered • completely puzzled or confused • baffle

  10. condescending • showing or implying a usually patronizing descent from dignity or superiority • supercilious

  11. desolate • barren or laid waste • abandoned

  12. haughty • disdainfully proud; snobbish; scornfully arrogant • lordly

  13. indignant • expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base • angry

  14. melancholy • gloomy state of mind, especially when habitual or prolonged • sadness

  15. mocking • to attack or treat with ridicule • tease

  16. ominous • portending evil or harm • harmful

  17. pessimistic • pertaining to or characterized by pessimism • hopeless

  18. severe • causing discomfort or distress by extreme character or conditions • harsh

  19. solemn • characterized by dignified or serious formality • Grave

  20. somber • gloomily dark; shadowy; dimly lighted • dusky

  21. suspicious • tending to cause or excite suspicion • doubtful

  22. irrelevant • Doesn’t matter , not important • Not relevant

More Related