Tone and Attitude Vocab (word/definition)

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Ambiguous

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Open to more than one interpretation.

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Ironic

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Expressing the opposite of what is expected or meant.

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Apathetic

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Showing little or no emotion or interest.

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Skeptical

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Doubtful; not easily convinced.

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Optimistic

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Hopeful about the future.

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Cynical

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Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity.

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Melancholy

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A deep, persistent sadness.

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Hostile

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Unfriendly; antagonistic.

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Detached

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Emotionally uninvolved; indifferent.

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Nostalgic

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Longing for the past.