When you are writing a style analysis essay for an AP English Language or AP English Literature prompt you need to make sure that you use very specific words to describe the author's tone and attitude. Here are 80 tone and attitude words to spruce up your essays.

Tone and Attitude Words

1. angry
2. sarcastic
3. sweet
4. harsh
5. cheerful
6. pleasant
7. sharp
8. disgusted
9. haughty
10. soothing
11. melancholic
12. depressed
13. ecstatic
14. agitated
15. sympathetic
16. seductive
17. hollow
18. humorous
19. passive
20. persuasive
21. afraid
22. tired
23. happy
24. disappointed
25. dejected
26. excited
27. desperate
28. superficial
29. sad
30. artificial
31. authoritative
32. surprised
33. ironic
34. content
35. hurt
36. confused
37. questioning
38. inquisitive
39. arrogant
40. condescending
41. coarse
42. romantic
43. upset
44. paranoid
45. pleading
46. numb
47. cynical
48. facetious
49. hating
50. nervous
51. loving
52. scornful
53. enthusiastic
54. snooty
55. dreamy
56. lighthearted
57. humble
58. instructive
59. disinterested
60. uninterested
61. cheery
62. manipulative
63. contradictory
64. aggravated
65. serious
66. calm
67. proud
68. apathetic
69. encouraging
70. consoling
71. friendly
72. loud
73. brash
74. apologetic
75. appreciative
76. joyful
77. miserable
78. vibrant
79. whimsical
80. wistful