Tone words 2

addled

confused, unable to think clearly

bombastic

forceful and confident in a way that is intended to sound powerful but doesn’t have that effect. given exaggerated importance by empty means

complacent

self-satisfied to the point of being unaware of dangers. You don’t feel the need that you have to try harder.

Diffident

Lacking confidence, shy, self-doubting attitude.

irreverent

lacking proper respect or seriousness, usually for things taken seriously (holy, official)

jubilant

feeling/expressing great joy, especially because of success

laconic

using very few words to express what you mean. concise to the point of seeming blunt, mysterious or rude.

recondite

Not known by many people, difficult to understand. Difficult for most people of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend. 

Rancorous

Showing a feeling of hate or resentment due to something that happened in the past. Lingering hostility

sanguine

Optimistic and hopeful, especially in a difficult situation

sardonic

humorous in an unkind way, shows you don’t respect something/someone. Scornful humor, mocking

unctuos

Expresses too much praise, interest and friendliness in a way that feels fake or insincere.