Commonly Found Theme Topics and Tone Descriptions

Flashcards covering commonly found theme topics and descriptive terms for tone.

Love

An intense feeling of deep affection.

Betrayal

The act of being disloyal or unfaithful.

Discrimination

Unjust treatment of different categories of people.

Pride

A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction from one's own achievements.

Guilt

A feeling of having done something wrong.

Empowerment

The process of becoming stronger and more confident.

Racism

Prejudice or discrimination against individuals based on their race.

Isolation

The state of being separated from others.

Reputation

The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone.

Grief

Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, and expressions that make a person or group.

Honesty

The quality of being free from deceit.

Faith

Complete trust or confidence in someone or something.

Privilege

A special right or advantage available only to a particular person or group.

Tolerance

The ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behaviors.

Confidence

The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something.

Marginalization

The process of making a group or concept less important.

Tradition

The transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation.

Culture

The social behavior and norms found in human societies.

Authority

The power or right to give orders and make decisions.

Rebellion

An act of violent or open resistance to an established government.

Fear

An unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger.

Acceptance

The action of consenting to receive or undertake something.

Responsibility

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something.

Sacrifice

The act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else.

Redemption

The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.

Forgiveness

The action of forgiving or being forgiven.

Hope

A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.

Deception

The act of deceiving someone.

Gratitude

The quality of being thankful.

Self-Awareness

The conscious knowledge of one's own character and feelings.

Teamwork

The combined action of a group, especially when effective.

Calm

Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other emotions.

Cheery

Happy and optimistic.

Desperate

Feeling, showing, or involving a hopeless sense that a situation is so bad.

Disgusted

A strong feeling of revulsion or disapproval.

Disrespectful

Showing a lack of respect.

Dramatic

Exciting or impressive; sensational.

Earnest

Showing sincere and intense conviction.

Eerie

Weird and frightening.

Light-hearted

Carefree and cheerful.

Negative

Not optimistic or favorable.

Optimistic

Hopeful and confident about the future.

Patronizing

Treating in a way that shows a superior attitude.

Pensive

Engaged in deep or serious thought.

Regretful

Feeling sad or disappointed about something.

Resentful

Feeling bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Ridiculous

Deserving or inviting derision or mockery.

Sentimental

Of or prompted by feelings of tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia.

Embarrassed

Feeling self-conscious or ashamed.

Gentle

Having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament.

Humorous

Funny or making you laugh.

Frustrated

Feeling annoyed or angry because of inability.

Indignant

Feeling showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Inspirational

Providing or showing creative or spiritual inspiration.

Intimate

Close familiarity or friendship; closeness.

Judgmental

Having or displaying an excessively critical point of view.

Thoughtful

Absorbed in thought; showing consideration.

Tolerant

Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behavior.

Whimsical

Playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way.

Witty

Showing quick and inventive verbal humor.

Worried

Anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems.