Adjectives to Use When Describing Tone
Use these adjectives to describe the author’s attitude about his/her subject.
admiring
worshiping
approving
strident
subdued
harsh
acerbic
angry
disliking
abhorring
contemptuous
simple
straightforward
direct
unambiguous
complicated
complex
difficult
forceful
powerful
confident
ironic
sardonic
sarcastic
mocking
sly
indirect
understated
evasive
bitter
grim
cynical
sympathetic
interested
indifferent
unconcerned
apathetic
humorous
playful
flippant
resigned
calm
tranquil
melancholy
despairing
solemn
serious
somber
pensive
thoughtful
reverent
respectful
excited
exhilarated
happy
contented
ecstatic
incredulous
questioning
skeptical
insistent
urgent
commanding
demanding