101+ Words to Describe Feelings, Emotions & Tone

abhorrent- causing repugnance; detestable; loathsome. Utterly opposed, or contrary, or in conflict.
acerbic- harsh or severe, as of temper or expression: acerbic criticism
acrimony- sharpness, harshness, or bitterness of nature, speech, disposition, etc.: The speaker attacked him with great acrimony. Bitterness. Animosity.
Accusatory-Charging of wrongdoing
admirable- worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection. Excellent. First-rate.
affectionate- having great affection or love; warmly attached; loving: your affectionate brother
agitative- the act or process of agitating; state of being agitated: She left in great agitation.
allusive- having reference to something implied or inferred; containing, abounding in, or characterized by allusions. Containing or characterized by indirect references: an allusive speech.
ambitious- having ambition; eagerly desirous of achieving or obtaining success, power, wealth, a specific goal, etc.: ambitious students. Eager
ambivalent- uncertainty or fluctuation, esp. when caused by inability to make a choice or by a simultaneous desire to say or do two opposite or conflicting things. the coexistence within an individual of positive and negative feelings toward the same person, object, or action, simultaneously drawing him or her in opposite directions
angry-strong resentment, wrathful, malicious, threatening
angst- a feeling of dread, anxiety, apprehension, or anguish
anguish- excruciating or acute distress, suffering, or pain: the anguish of grief. Torment. Torture
annoyed- To cause slight irritation to (another) by troublesome, often repeated acts. Mild disturbance.
antipathic- a natural, basic, or habitual repugnance; aversion. An object of natural aversion or habitual dislike.
anxious- full of mental distress or uneasiness because of fear of danger or misfortune; greatly worried; solicitous: Her parents were anxious about her poor health. attended with or showing solicitude or uneasiness: anxious forebodings. earnestly desirous; eager
appalled- To fill with consternation or dismay. struck with fear, dread, or consternation
apologetic- containing an apology or excuse for a fault, failure, insult, injury, etc.: An apologetic letter to his creditors explained the delay. defending by speech or writing. sorry; regretful
apprehensive- uneasy or fearful about something that might happen. perceptive; discerning (usually fol. by of
ardent- having, expressive of, or characterized by intense feeling; passionate; fervent: an ardent vow; ardent love. intensely devoted, eager, or enthusiastic; zealous: an ardent theatergoer. an ardent student of French history. vehement; fierce: They were frightened by his ardent, burning eyes
audacious- extremely bold or daring; recklessly brave; fearless: an audacious explorer. extremely original; without restriction to prior ideas; highly inventive: an audacious vision of the city's bright future. recklessly bold in defiance of convention, propriety, law, or the like; insolent; brazen. lively; unrestrained; uninhibited: an audacious interpretation of her role.
austere- severe in manner or appearance; uncompromising; strict; forbidding: an austere teacher. rigorously self-disciplined and severely moral; ascetic; abstinent: the austere quality of life in the convent. grave; sober; solemn; serious: an austere manner. without excess, luxury, or ease; simple; limited; severe: an austere life. severely simple; without ornament: austere writing
aversive- Causing avoidance of a thing, situation, or behavior by using an unpleasant or punishing stimulus, as in techniques of behavior modification
awe-solemn wonder
bantering- To speak to in a playful or teasing way. Good-humored, playful conversation
barren- not producing or incapable of producing offspring; sterile: a barren woman. unproductive; unfruitful: barren land. without capacity to interest or attract: a barren period in American architecture. mentally unproductive; dull; stupid.
benevolent- characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile. desiring to help others; charitable: gifts from several benevolent alumni. intended for benefits rather than profit: a benevolent institution
bewildered- completely puzzled or confused; perplexed
bitter- hard to bear; grievous; distressful: a bitter sorrow. causing pain; piercing; stinging. characterized by intense antagonism or hostility: bitter hatred. resentful or cynical
bleak- bare, desolate, and often windswept: a bleak plain. without hope or encouragement; depressing; dreary: a bleak future. Cold, piercing. Raw.
blissful- full of, abounding in, enjoying, or conferring bliss. Extreme happiness. Ecstasy
blunt- abrupt in address or manner: a blunt, ill-timed question. slow in perception or understanding; obtuse: His isolation has made him blunt about the feelings of others. to weaken or impair the force, keenness, or susceptibility of: Wine first excites, then blunts the imagination
bossy- given to ordering people about; overly authoritative; domineering
brusque- abrupt in manner; blunt; rough: A brusque welcome greeted his unexpected return Abrupt and curt in manner or speech; discourteously blunt
burlesque- an artistic composition, esp. literary or dramatic, that, for the sake of laughter, vulgarizes lofty material or treats ordinary material with mock dignity. any ludicrous parody or grotesque caricature. Also, burlesk. a humorous and provocative stage show featuring slapstick humor, comic skits, bawdy songs, and a scantily clad female chorus
cacophonous- having a harsh or discordant sound. dissonant, strident, grating, raucous
callous-unfeeling, insensitive to others
candid- frank; outspoken; open and sincere: a candid critic. free from reservation, disguise, or subterfuge; straightforward: a candid opinion. honest; impartial
casual- happening by chance; fortuitous: a casual meeting. without definite or serious intention; careless or offhand; passing: a casual remark. seeming or tending to be indifferent to what is happening; apathetic; unconcerned: a casual, nonchalant air
caustic- capable of burning, corroding, or destroying living tissue. severely critical or sarcastic: a caustic remark. biting, mordant, bitter, scathing
cheerful- full of cheer; in good spirits. hearty or ungrudging:
childish- of, like, or befitting a child. puerile; weak; silly. Marked by or indicating a lack of maturity. Not complicated-simple.
choleric- extremely irritable or easily angered; irascible: a choleric disposition. wrathful, testy, impatient, touchy
clinical- extremely objective and realistic; dispassionately analytic; unemotionally critical: She regarded him with clinical detachment
cold- lacking in passion, emotion, enthusiasm, ardor, etc.; dispassionate: cold reason. depressing; dispiriting. failing to excite feeling or interest: the cold precision of his prose.
colloquial- characteristic of or appropriate to ordinary or familiar conversation rather than formal speech or writing; informal
compassionate- having or showing compassion: a compassionate person; a compassionate letter. pitying, sympathizing, sympathetic, tender
complimentary- of the nature of, conveying, or expressing a compliment, often one that is politely flattering. commendatory, praising, laudatory
conceited- having an excessively favorable opinion of one's abilities, appearance, etc. vain, proud, egotistical, self-important, self-satisfied.
conciliatory- To overcome the distrust or animosity of; appease. To regain or try to regain (friendship or goodwill) by pleasant behavior. To make or attempt to make compatible; reconcile
concerned- interested or affected: concerned citizens. troubled or anxious. having a connection or involvement; participating: They arrested all those concerned in the kidnapping
condescending- showing or implying a usually patronizing descent from dignity or superiority: They resented the older neighbors' condescending cordiality. patronizing, disdainful, supercilious
confident- having strong belief or full assurance; sure: confident of fulfillment. sure of oneself; having no uncertainty about one's own abilities, correctness, successfulness, etc.; self-confident; bold: a confident speaker. excessively bold; presumptuous
confused-to perplex or bewilder; to make unclear or indistinct
contemplative-studying, thinking, reflecting on an issue
contemptuous (kən-těmp'chōō-əs)- showing or expressing contempt or disdain; scornful, disdainful, sneering, insolent, arrogant, supercilious, haughty. Showing disrespect.
contentious [kuhn-ten-shuhs]- tending to argument or strife; quarrelsome: a contentious crew. causing, involving, or characterized by argument or controversy: contentious issues
conventional-lacking spontaneity, originality, and individuality
credulous [krej-uh-luhs]- willing to believe or trust too readily, esp. without proper or adequate evidence; gullible; showing a lack of judgment or experience; "so credulous he believes everything he reads
critical- inclined to find fault or to judge with severity
cynical [sin-i-kuhl]- like or characteristic of a cynic; distrusting or disparaging the motives of others; showing contempt for accepted standards of honesty or morality by one's actions, esp. by actions that exploit the scruples of others; bitterly or sneeringly distrustful, contemptuous, or pessimistic; sarcastic
delightful-giving great pleasure or delight; highly pleasing
depressed-sad and gloomy; dejected; downcast; saddened, morose, despondent, miserable; blue; morbid.
derisive (dĭ-rī'sĭv)- contemptuous; mocking; jeering; expressing ridicule; causing or deserving scorn
derogatory (dĭ-rŏg'ə-tôr'ē)- tending to lessen the merit or reputation of a person or thing; disparaging; depreciatory: a derogatory remark; belittling, uncomplimentary, denigrating
despiteful (dĭ-spīt'fəl)-malicious; spiteful; contemptuous; insolent; showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt
desolate (děs'ə-lĭt)- barren or laid waste; devastated: a treeless, desolate landscape; deprived or destitute of inhabitants; deserted; uninhabited; solitary; lonely: a desolate place; having the feeling of being abandoned by friends or by hope; forlorn; dreary; dismal; gloomy
desperate-reckless or dangerous because of despair or urgency: a desperate killer; having an urgent need, desire, etc.: desperate for attention; extreme or excessive; making a final, ultimate effort; giving all: a desperate attempt to save a life.
despondent (dĭ-spŏn'dənt)- feeling or showing profound hopelessness, dejection, discouragement, or gloom: despondent about failing health; disheartened, downhearted, melancholy, blue.
detached-not attached; separated; impartial or objective; disinterested; unbiased: a detached judgment. Not involved or concerned; aloof
detestable (dĭ-těs'tə-bəl)- deserving to be detested; abominable; hateful; execrable, abhorrent, loathsome, odious, vile; offensive to the mind; "an abhorrent deed”
diabolical (dī'ə-bŏl'ĭ-kəl)- having the qualities of a devil; devilish; fiendish; outrageously wicked: a diabolic plot; Appropriate to a devil, especially in degree of wickedness or cruelty.
didactic (dī-dāk'tĭk)- intended for instruction; instructive; inclined to teach or lecture others too much: a boring, didactic speaker. teaching or intending to teach a moral lesson
diffident (dĭf'ĭ-dənt)- lacking confidence in one's own ability, worth, or fitness; timid; shy; restrained or reserved in manner, conduct; self-conscious, self-effacing, abashed, embarrassed, modest, unassuming, unconfident
disconsolate (dĭs-kŏn'sə-lĭt)- without consolation or solace; hopelessly unhappy; inconsolable: Loss of her pet dog made her disconsolate; characterized by or causing dejection; cheerless; gloomy: disconsolate prospects; heartbroken, dejected, sad, melancholy, sorrowful, miserable, desolate
disdainful (dĭs-dān'fəl)- contemptuous, haughty, scornful; expressing extreme contempt; having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy
disappointed-depressed or discouraged by the failure of one's hopes or expectations: a disappointed suitor. To fail to satisfy the hope, desire, or expectation of
dismal(dĭz'məl)- causing gloom or dejection; gloomy; dreary; cheerless; melancholy: dismal weather; characterized by ineptness or lack of skill, competence, effectiveness, imagination, or interest; pitiful: Our team played a dismal game. hopeless
dismay(dĭs-mā') --sudden or complete loss of courage; utter disheartenment; sudden disillusionment; agitation of mind; perturbation; alarm; To destroy the courage or resolution of by exciting dread or apprehension; To cause to lose enthusiasm; disillusion: was dismayed to learn that her favorite dancer used drugs
distressed-To cause strain, anxiety, or suffering to; mental anxiety; To mar or otherwise treat (an object or fabric, for example) to give the appearance of an antique or of heavy prior use: "There are the fakes—new rugs which have been intentionally distressed for an older look"
doubtful-of uncertain outcome or result; admitting of or causing doubt; uncertain; ambiguous; undetermined, unsettled, indecisive, dubious, problematic; incredulous
dramatic-characteristic of or appropriate to the drama, esp. in involving conflict or contrast; vivid; moving: dramatic colors; a dramatic speech; highly effective; striking: The silence following his impassioned speech ) dramatic. theatrical. startling, sensational
dreamy-of the nature of or characteristic of dreams; visionary; soothing; restful; quieting;
earnest-intense, a sincere state of mind
ebullient (ĭ-bŏŏl'yənt)- overflowing with fervor, enthusiasm, or excitement; high-spirited: The award winner was in an ebullient mood at the dinner in her honor.
effusive (ĭ-fyōō'sĭv)- unduly demonstrative; lacking reserve: effusive greetings; an effusive person; pouring out; overflowing; Unrestrained or excessive in emotional expression; gushy: an effusive manner.
elated (ĭ-lāt' ed)- very happy or proud; jubilant; in high spirits: an elated winner of a contest; overjoyed, ecstatic
elegiac (ěl'ə-jī'ək, ĭ-lē'jē-āk') - expressing sorrow or lamentation; used in, suitable for, or resembling an elegy; expressing sorrow for something past
empathetic(ěm'pə-thět'ĭk)-showing empathy; the intellectual identification with or vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another; sympathy; The attribution of one's own feelings to an object
encouraging-to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence; to promote, advance, or foster:
enraged-to make extremely angry; put into a rage; infuriate
erudite-learned, polished, scholarly
euphonious(yōō-fō'nē-əs)- pleasant in sound; agreeable to the ear; characterized by euphony: a sweet, euphonious voice; not harsh or strident
euphoric (yōō-fôr'ik)- A feeling of great happiness or well-being; a feeling of happiness, confidence, or well-being sometimes
exasperated (ĭg-zās'pə-rāt'ed)- to irritate or provoke to a high degree; annoy extremely: He was exasperated by the senseless delays; To make very angry or impatient; annoy greatly
excited-stirred emotionally; stimulated to activity; brisk
expectant-having expectations; expecting
facetious (fə-sē'shəs)- Playfully jocular; humorous: facetious remarks; not meant to be taken seriously or literally: a facetious remark; lacking serious intent; concerned with something nonessential, amusing, or frivolous: a facetious person
factual-of or pertaining to facts; concerning facts:
fanciful-suggested by fancy; imaginary; unreal
fatalistic-the acceptance of all things and events as inevitable; submission to fate: Her fatalism helped her to face death with stoic calm; the doctrine that all events are subject to fate or inevitable predetermination
fatuous (fāch'ōō-əs)- foolish or inane, esp. in an unconscious, complacent manner; silly; unreal; stupid; illusory
fearful-feeling fear, dread, apprehension, or solicitude: fearful for his life; fearful lest he commit suicide; full of awe or reverence: fearful of the Lord
fervent (fûr'vənt)- having or showing great warmth or intensity of spirit, feeling, enthusiasm, etc.; ardent: a fervent admirer; a fervent plea; hot; burning; glowing; impassioned, passionate
flippant (flĭp'ənt)- frivolously disrespectful, shallow, or lacking in seriousness; characterized by levity: The audience was shocked by his flippant remarks about patriotism;
foolish-resulting from or showing a lack of sense; ill-considered; unwise: a foolish action, a foolish speech; lacking forethought or caution
foreboding-a strong inner feeling or notion of a future misfortune, evil, etc.; presentiment
forthright-directly frank without hesitation
frantic-desperate or wild with excitement, passion, fear, pain, etc.; frenzied
frightened-thrown into a fright; afraid; scared; terrified
frustrated-having a feeling of or filled with frustration; dissatisfied
funereal-mournful; gloomy; dismal; of or suitable for a funeral
furious-full of fury, violent passion, or rage; extremely angry; enraged
gleeful-full of exultant joy; merry; delighted
gloomy-hopeless or despairing; pessimistic
gothic- noting or pertaining to a style of literature characterized by a gloomy setting, grotesque, mysterious, or violent events, and an atmosphere of degeneration and decay
grave-serious or solemn; sober; weighty, momentous, or important; threatening a seriously bad outcome or involving serious issues; critical
greedy-excessively or inordinately desirous of wealth, profit
grim-stern and admitting of no appeasement or compromise: grim determination; grim necessity. of a sinister or ghastly character; repellent: a grim joke. having a harsh, surly, forbidding, or morbid air: a grim man but a just one; a grim countenance
gullible-easily deceived or cheated; credulous, trusting, naive, innocent, simple, green
gushy-given to or marked by excessively effusive talk, behavior; emotional, enthusiastic, unrestrained, demonstrative, unreserved.
happy-characterized by or indicative of pleasure, contentment, or joy; joyous, joyful, blithe, cheerful, merry, contented, gay, blissful, satisfied
haughty-disdainfully proud; snobbish; scornfully arrogant; supercilious; contemptuous
hilarious-arousing great merriment; extremely funny
holier-than-thou-obnoxiously pious; sanctimonious; self-righteous
hopeless-providing no hope; beyond optimism or hope; desperate; despairing, despondent, desperate; disconsolate
horrific-Causing horror; terrifying
hostile-opposed in feeling, action, or character; antagonistic: hostile criticism; warlike, aggressive
humble-not proud or arrogant; modest; courteously respectful: In my humble opinion you are wrong; unpretending, unpretentious. 2. submissive, meek. 3. unassuming, plain, common, poor
humorous-characterized by humor; funny; comical
idyllic (ī-dĭl'ĭk) - unspoiled, sylvan, pastoral; charmingly simple or rustic: his idyllic life in Tahiti. Simple and carefree: an idyllic vacation in a seashore cottage; excellent and delightful in all respects; "an idyllic spot for a picnic"
informal- without formality or ceremony; casual; not according to the prescribed, official, or customary way or manner; irregular; unofficial
inspiring- to fill with an animating, quickening, or exalting influence: His courage inspired his followers.
impartial-not partial or biased; fair; just: an impartial judge; unbiased, equitable, unprejudiced
impatient-not patient; not accepting delay, opposition, pain, etc., with calm or patience
imperious(ĭm-pîr'ē-əs) -domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial; overbearing: an imperious manner; an imperious person. urgent; imperative: imperious need. tyrannical, despotic, arrogant
inane(ĭn-ān') -lacking sense, significance, or ideas; silly: inane questions; empty; void; pointless
incisive(ĭn-sī'sĭv)- penetrating; cutting; biting; trenchant: an incisive tone of voice; remarkably clear and direct; sharp; keen; acute: an incisive method of summarizing the issue; sarcastic; sardonic
incredulous (ĭn-krěj'ə-ləs)- indicating or showing unbelief: an incredulous smile; not credulous; disinclined or indisposed to believe; skeptical
indignant (ĭn-dĭg'nənt)- feeling, characterized by, or expressing strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base: indignant remarks; an indignant expression on his face; angry, resentful, infuriated, mad
inflammatory (ĭn-flām'ə-tôr'ē)- tending to arouse anger, hostility, passion, etc.: inflammatory speeches.
informative-giving information; instructive
innocent-free from moral wrong; without sin; pure; not involving evil intent or motive; sinless, virtuous; faultless, impeccable, spotless, immaculate. 2. Innocent, blameless, guiltless
insecure-subject to fears, doubts, etc.; not self-confident or assured
insipid (ĭn-sĭp'ĭd)- without distinctive, interesting, or stimulating qualities; vapid: an insipid personality.bland, flat, dull, uninteresting
insolent (ĭn'sə-lənt)- boldly rude or disrespectful; contemptuously impertinent; insulting: an insolent reply; brazen; contemptuous
intimate-very private; closely personal; characterized by or suggesting privacy or intimacy; warmly cozy: an intimate little café
intimidation-to make timid; fill with fear; frighten; subdue; taunt
introspective-consider one's own internal state or feelings; to look into or examine (one's own mind, feelings, etc.).
irascible (i-ras-uh-buhl) -easily provoked to anger; very irritable: an irascible old man; testy, touchy, peppery, choleric, short-tempered
ironic-coincidental; unexpected
irreverent(ĭ-rěv'ər-ənt) - not reverent; irreligious, impious, profane; Lacking or exhibiting a lack of reverence; disrespectful; Critical of what is generally accepted or respected; satirical: irreverent humor.
jingoistic (jĭng'gō-ĭz'əm) - Extreme nationalism characterized especially by a belligerent foreign policy; chauvinistic patriotism; fanatically patriotic ; zealous and aggressive patriotism or blind enthusiasm for military glory.
jocund (jŏk'ənd)- cheerful; merry; gay; blithe; glad: a witty and jocund group; joyous, joyful, blithesome, jolly; sprightly and lighthearted in disposition
jovial/joyful/joyous-full of joy, as a person or one's heart; glad; delighted; joyous, happy, blithe; buoyant, elated, jubilant
judgmental-authoritative and often having critical opinions
laid back-relaxed or unhurried; free from stress; easy-going
laudatory (lô'də-tôr'ē, -tōr'ē)- containing or expressing praise: overwhelmed by the speaker's laudatory remarks. adulatory, complimentary, commendatory
lethargic (lə-thär'jĭk)- drowsy; sluggish; lazy, indolent, torpid
loathsome-causing feelings of loathing; disgusting; revolting; repulsive: a loathsome skin disease; offensive, repellent, detestable, abhorrent, abominable
lugubrious (lŏŏ-gōō'brē-əs)- mournful, dismal, or gloomy, esp. in an affected, exaggerated, or unrelieved manner: lugubrious songs of lost love; sorrowful, melancholy
lyrical-expressing a poet’s inner feelings, emotional, full of images, song-like
malicious (mə-lĭsh'əs)- full of, characterized by, or showing malice; malevolent; spiteful: malicious gossip; deliberately harmful
matter-of-fact-accepting of conditions, not fanciful or emotional
melancholy(měl'ən-kŏl'ē)- a gloomy state of mind, esp. when habitual or prolonged; depression; sober thoughtfulness; pensiveness; Sadness or depression of the spirits; gloom; mournful
mirthful(mûrth'fəl)- joyous; gay; jolly: a mirthful laugh; full of gladness and gaiety
miserable-wretchedly unhappy, uneasy, or uncomfortable; forlorn, disconsolate, doleful, distressed
mock-heroic-imitating or burlesquing that which is heroic, as in manner, character, or action: mock-heroic dignity; of or pertaining to a form of satire in which trivial subjects, characters, and events are treated in the ceremonious manner and with the elevated language and elaborate devices characteristic of the heroic style
macabre (mə-kä'brə) muh-kah-bruh- gruesome and horrifying; ghastly; horrible; of, pertaining to, dealing with, or representing death, esp. its grimmer or uglier aspect.
maudlin (mawd-lin)- tearfully or weakly emotional; foolishly sentimental: a maudlin story of a little orphan and her lost dog. Effusively or tearfully sentimental
mocking- To treat with ridicule or contempt; deride; To express scorn or ridicule; jeer
mock-serious- of a pretended serious look or act
moralistic- Characterized by or displaying a concern with morality.; Marked by a narrow-minded morality; narrowly and conventionally moral
morose (mə-rōs')- gloomily or sullenly ill-humored, as a person or mood; moody, sour, sulky, melancholy
mournful- feeling or expressing sorrow or grief; sorrowful; sad
mysterious- full of, characterized by, or involving mystery; of obscure nature, meaning, origin, etc.; puzzling; inexplicable; secret, esoteric, occult, cryptic. Mysterious, inscrutable, mystical, obscure
mystified- to perplex (a person) by playing upon the person's credulity; bewilder purposely. fool, mislead, elude, puzzle
naïve- having or showing a lack of experience, judgment, or information; credulous; having or showing unaffected simplicity of nature or absence of artificiality; unsophisticated; ingenuous
nervous- highly excitable; unnaturally or acutely uneasy or apprehensive; fearful, timid, timorous
nostalgic - a wistful desire to return in thought or in fact to a former time in one's life, to one's home or homeland, or to one's family and friends; a sentimental yearning for the happiness of a former place or time: a nostalgia for his college days. A bittersweet longing for things, persons, or situations of the past
objective- not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; based on facts; unbiased: an objective opinion; impartial, fair, impersonal, disinterested.
Obsequious- polite and obedient in order to gain something
ominous (ŏm'ə-nəs) - portending evil or harm; foreboding; threatening; inauspicious: an ominous bank of dark clouds; a bad omen; portentous, threatening, menacing, fateful
optimistic- disposed to take a favorable view of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome
outspoken- uttered or expressed with frankness or without reserve: outspoken criticism; free or unreserved in speech
paradoxical- seemingly contradictory but nonetheless possibly true; "it is paradoxical that standing is more tiring than walking"
paranoid- Exhibiting or characterized by extreme and irrational fear or distrust of others: a paranoid suspicion that the phone might be bugged.
passionate- having, compelled by, or ruled by intense emotion or strong feeling; fervid: a passionate advocate of socialism; excitable, emotional, impulsive, zealous
pathetic- causing or evoking pity, sympathetic sadness, sorrow, etc.; pitiful; pitiable: a pathetic letter; a pathetic sight; affecting or moving the feelings
patriotic- Feeling, expressing, or inspired by love for one's country
patronizing- displaying or indicative of an offensively condescending manner: a patronizing greeting, accompanied by a gentle pat on the pack; to behave in an offensively condescending manner toward: a professor who patronizes his students.
peaceful- characterized by peace; free from war, strife, commotion, violence, or disorder: a peaceful reign; a peaceful demonstration; Peaceful, placid, serene, tranquil
pedantic- overly concerned with minute details or formalisms, esp. in teaching; didactic, doctrinaire; Characterized by a narrow, often ostentatious concern for book learning and formal rules: a pedantic attention to details
pensive- dreamily or wistfully thoughtful: a pensive mood; expressing or revealing thoughtfulness, usually marked by some sadness: meditative, reflective suggest quiet modes of apparent or real thought
pessimistic- pertaining to or characterized by pessimism; gloomy: a pessimistic outlook; despairing, hopeless
petty- of little or no importance or consequence: petty grievances; having or showing narrow ideas, interests
petulant (pěch'ə-lənt)- moved to or showing sudden, impatient irritation, esp. over some trifling annoyance: a petulant toss of the head. irritable, peevish, fretful, pettish, touchy; Unreasonably irritable or ill-tempered; peevish
pithy (pĭth'ē)- brief, forceful, and meaningful in expression; full of vigor, substance, or meaning; terse; forcible: a pithy observation; succinct, pointed, meaty, concise
pitiful- evoking or deserving pity; lamentable, deplorable, woeful, pathetic
playful- full of play or fun; sportive; frolicsome
poignant- full of play or fun; sportive; frolicsome; keen or strong in mental appeal: a subject of poignant interest; affecting or moving the emotions
pompous- characterized by an ostentatious display of dignity or importance; characterized by pomp, stately splendor, or magnificence; pretentious
pretentious- characterized by assumption of dignity or importance; making an exaggerated outward show; ostentatious
proud- having, proceeding from, or showing a high opinion of one's own dignity, importance, or superiority
provocative- tending or serving to provoke; inciting, stimulating, irritating, or vexing;
psychotic- Of, relating to, or affected by psychosis; mental derangement
qualmish (kwah-mish) - A sudden feeling of sickness, faintness, or nausea; A sudden disturbing feeling; An uneasy feeling about the propriety or rightness of a course of action
quizzical- odd, eccentric, amusing
rancorous [rang-ker-uhs] - Bitter, long-lasting resentment; deep-seated ill will; showing deep-seated resentment
relaxed- not strict; easy; informal; Not rigorous or strict. without strain or anxiety
reflective- given to, marked by, or concerned with meditation or deliberation: contemplative, thoughtful
remorseful- feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses ; contrite, regretful, penitent
repugnant- distasteful, objectionable, or offensive; opposed or contrary, as in nature or character; making opposition; averse; antagonistic, adverse, hostile
repulsive-causing repugnance or aversion; tending to drive away or keep at a distance; cold; forbidding; loathsome, disgusting, offensive, distasteful
resigned-submissive or acquiescent (āk'wē-ěs'ənt)-willing to carry out orders or wishes of another
restrained-characterized by restraint; To hold back or keep in check; control; To deprive of freedom or liberty
reticent(rět'ĭ-sənt)- disposed to be silent or not to speak freely; reserved; taciturn, quiet, uncommunicative; reluctant or restrained; Inclined to keep one's thoughts, feelings, and personal affairs to oneself. Restrained or reserved in style.
reverent-feeling, exhibiting, or characterized by reverence; deeply respectful: feeling or showing profound respect or veneration
ribald (rib-uhld) -offensive in speech or gesture, scurrilous
ridiculing-slightly contemptuous banter, making fun of
romantic-fanciful; impractical; unrealistic; imbued with or dominated by idealism, a desire for adventure, chivalry, etc; of, pertaining to, or characteristic of a style of literature and art that subordinates form to content, encourages freedom of treatment, emphasizes imagination, emotion, and introspection, and often celebrates nature, the ordinary person, and freedom of the spirit; preoccupation with love
romanticized-to hold romantic notions, ideas; to think in a romantic way; to make romantic
sad-affected by unhappiness or grief; sorrowful or mournful; unhappy, despondent, disconsolate, discouraged, gloomy, downcast, downhearted, depressed, dejected, melancholy
sanguine/sanguineous (sāng'gwĭn)- cheerfully optimistic, hopeful, or confident: a sanguine disposition; sanguine expectations. having blood as the predominating humor and consequently being ruddy-faced, cheerful (reddish, ruddy) enthusiastic, buoyant, animated, lively, spirited
sarcastic-of, pertaining to, or characterized by sarcasm; biting, cutting, mordant, bitter, derisive, ironic, sardonic, cynical, sneering, caustic
sardonic-characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering: a sardonic grin; biting, mordant, contemptuous, scornfully and bitterly sarcastic
satiric-of, pertaining to, containing, or characterized by satire; exposing human folly to ridicule; often emphasizes the weakness more than the weak person, and usually implies moral judgment and corrective purpose; sardonic, ironical, taunting, cutting, mordant, biting, ridiculing to show weakness
saturnine(sāt'ər-nīn')- sluggish in temperament; gloomy; taciturn; Melancholy or sullen; Having or marked by a tendency to be bitter or sardonic
scared-filled with fear or terror; frightened; alarmed
scathing(skāthing)-bitterly severe, as a remark; harmful, injurious, or searing; to attack with severe criticism; excoriate.
scornful/scorn-full of scorn; derisive; contemptuous; Contempt or disdain felt toward a person or object considered despicable or unworthy
seductive-tending to seduce; enticing; beguiling; captivating:; Tending to seduce; alluring
selfish-devoted to or caring only for oneself; concerned primarily with one's own interests, benefits, welfare, etc., regardless of others; self-interested, self-seeking, egoistic; illiberal, parsimonious, stingy
sentimental-expressive of or appealing to sentiment, esp. the tender emotions and feelings, as love, pity, or nostalgia: a sentimental song. weakly emotional; mawkishly susceptible or tender; romantic, tender, nostalgic; maudlin, bathetic
serene-calm, peaceful, or tranquil; unruffled; undisturbed, imperturbable, unperturbed, composed
serious-of, showing, or characterized by deep thought; of grave or somber disposition, character, or manner; requiring thought, concentration, or application; sober, sedate, staid.
shallow-lacking depth; superficial; Lacking depth of intellect, emotion, or knowledge
shocking-causing intense surprise, disgust, horror; staggering, astounding, startling, appalling
silly-weak-minded or lacking good sense; stupid or foolish; absurd; ridiculous; irrational; witless, senseless, dull-witted, dim-witted.foolish. inane, asinine, nonsensical, preposterous
sincere-free of deceit, hypocrisy, or falseness; earnest; pure; unmixed; unadulterated; frank, candid, honest, open, guileless; unaffected
sinister-threatening or portending evil, harm, or trouble; ominous; bad, evil, base, or wicked; unfortunate; disastrous; unfavorable; inauspicious, portentous
skeptical-inclined to skepticism; having doubt; unbelieving
spiritual-of, pertaining to, or consisting of spirit; of or relating to the mind or intellect; of or pertaining to the spirit or soul
spiteful-of or pertaining to the spirit or soul; vengeful, mean, cruel, rancorous
solemn-grave, sober, or mirthless, as a person, the face, speech, tone, or mood; gravely or somberly impressive; causing serious thoughts or a grave mood; serious formality; marked or observed with religious rites; having a religious character
somber-gloomily dark; shadowy; dimly lighted; gloomy, depressing, or dismal; extremely serious; grave; lugubrious, mournful, doleful, melancholy.
stressful-full of stress or tension;
sullen-showing irritation or ill humor by a gloomy silence or reserve; persistently and silently ill-humored; morose; indicative of gloomy ill humor; See cross. 1, 2. See glum. 2. sulky, moody, sour, bad-tempered. 4. cheerless, clouded, overcast, somber, mournful, dark. 5. slow, stagnant
suspenseful-a state or condition of mental uncertainty or excitement, as in awaiting a decision or outcome, usually accompanied by a degree of apprehension or anxiety
suspicious-tending to cause or excite suspicion; questionable; dubious; doubtful; wary; mistrustful
sympathetic-characterized by, proceeding from, exhibiting, or feeling sympathy; sympathizing; compassionate; looking upon with favor; commiserating, kind, tender, affectionate
taunting-To reproach in a mocking, insulting, or contemptuous manner; scornful remark; jeer; derisive
tender-soft or delicate in substance; weak or delicate in constitution; easily moved to sympathy or compassion; kind; affectionate or loving; sentimental or amatory
tense-in a state of mental or nervous strain; high-strung; taut;
terse-neatly or effectively concise; brief and pithy,; abruptly concise; curt; brusque; succinct, compact, neat, concentrated
thoughtful -showing consideration for others; considerate; occupied with or given to thought; contemplative; meditative; reflective; attentive, solicitous
timorous(tĭm'ər-əs)- Full of apprehensiveness; timid; full of fear; fearful, cowardly
trepidation (trěp'ĭ-dā'shən) -tremulous fear, alarm, or agitation; perturbation; trembling, fright. 2. quivering, shaking
triumphant-having achieved victory or success; victorious; successful; exultant
turgid(tûr'jĭd)-inflated, overblown, or pompous; bombastic: turgid language; Excessively ornate or complex in style or language; grandiloquent: turgid prose.
uncaring-Devoid of concern or sympathy
unconcerned-not involved or interested; disinterested; untroubled, unperturbed, composed, carefree
uneasy-not easy in body or mind; uncomfortable; restless; disturbed; perturbed
unhappy-sad; miserable; wretched; unfavorable; inauspicious; sorrowful, downcast, cheerless, distressed
unsympathetic-lacking in sympathy and kindness; "unkindly acts" ; not agreeing with your tastes or expectations
upset-distressed; disturbed; unnerve, disconcert, flustered; agitated
urgent-compelling or requiring immediate action or attention; imperative; pressing;
vain-excessively proud of or concerned about one's own appearance, qualities, achievements, etc.; conceited; egotistical, self-complacent, vainglorious, proud, arrogant, overweening
vehement (vē'ə-mənt)-zealous; ardent; impassioned; characterized by rancor or anger; violent; strongly emotional; intense or passionate
vengeful-desiring or seeking vengeance; vindictive; revengeful; spiteful
vexation/vexed-the state of being vexed; irritation; annoyance; nuisance with petty items, bother, perplex, puzzle
vibrant-pulsating with vigor and energy; vigorous; energetic; vital; exciting; stimulating; lively
vitriolic [vi-tree-ol-ik]-very caustic; scathing; bitter
vituperative [vahy-too-per-uh-tiv)-Using, containing, or marked by harshly abusive censure; marked by harshly abusive criticism
vivacious-lively; animated; gay; spirited; brisk
whimsical-given to whimsy or fanciful notions; capricious; erratic; unpredictable
wistful-characterized by melancholy; longing; yearning; reflective, musing, meditative, forlorn
witty-possessing wit in speech or writing; amusingly clever in perception and expression
worried-concerned, apprehensive, uneasy, anxious
wrathful-very angry; ireful; full of wrath; irate, furious, raging, incensed, enraged
zealous-full of, characterized by, or due to zeal; ardently active, devoted, or diligent; enthusiastic, eager, fervid, fervent, intense, passionate