Degree of seriousness
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conversational, flippant, glib, childish, frivolous, facetious, humorous, sarcastic, comic, satiric, amused, ironic, mocking, irreverent, casual, lighthearted, playful, cheerful, ridiculous, giddy, dreamy
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vs. serious, earnest, solemn, grave, intense, impassioned, prayerful, reverent, idealistic
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Degree of respect
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dismissive, patronizing, condescending, arrogant, haughty, chauvinistic, macho, domineering
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vs. humble, respectful, reverent, intimidated, obsequious, submissive, complimentary, flattering, simpering
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Degree of formality
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irreverent, informal, coarse, vulgar, casual, conversational, improvisational, exploratory
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vs. formal, businesslike, professional, professorial, esoteric, clinical
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Degree of self-regard
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condescending, arrogant, patronizing, proud, majestic, haughty, obnoxious
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vs. modest, humble, self-effacing, self-deprecating, down-to-earth
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Degree of goodwill toward others
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benevolent, kind, loving, affectionate, amiable, genial, agreeable, friendly, jovial, encouraging, warm
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vs. mean-spirited, mean, malicious, spiteful, cruel, hateful, hating, vengeful
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Degree of anxiety
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agitated, excited, sensational, alarmed, nervous, anxious, obsessive, worried, fearful, frightened, paranoid, frantic, frazzled, desperate, dramatic, disturbed, perturbed
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vs. calm, tranquil, serene, unworried, contemplative, meditative, reflective, thoughtful
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Degree of hesitation
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cautious, hesitating, reticent, evasive
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vs. bold, audacious, straightforward, direct, outspoken, authoritative
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Degree of certainty
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conflicted, uncertain, reluctant, contradictory, confused, baffled, ambivalent, uneasy, apologetic, regretful, pensive
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vs. confident, sure, definite, unapologetic, righteous, self-righteous, determined, persuasive, hypnotic
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Degree of interest in the topic
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wondering, curious, inquisitive, fascinated
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vs. bored, apathetic, removed, indifferent, wooden, world-weary, dull, bland, banal, blasé
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Degree of surprise
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unbelieving, incredulous, surprised, innocent, naive, disbelieving
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vs. knowing, jaded, nonplussed, weary
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Degree of distance
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intimate, impassioned, passionate, ardent, personal
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vs. formal, impersonal, objective, neutral, journalistic, informative, professional, businesslike, intellectual, detached, numb, distant, disinterested
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Degree of openness
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open, direct, forthright, candid
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vs. secretive, sneaky, cagey, sly
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Degree of approval
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elated, enthusiastic, ecstatic, celebratory, euphoric, joyous, jubilant, zestful, exuberant, blissful, happy, delighted, awestruck, appreciative, approving
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vs. disapproving, disappointed, concerned, alarmed, critical, caustic, appalled
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Degree of warmth toward the audience
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warm, cordial, friendly, flirtatious, seductive
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vs. cold, forbidding, aloof, impersonal
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Degree of connection to suffering
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concerned, compassionate, tender, consoling, comforting, sympathetic, empathetic
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vs. apathetic, indifferent, detached, aloof, callous
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Desire to communicate
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talkative, eager
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vs. laconic, taciturn, reluctant
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Pace
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abrupt, hurried, hasty
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vs. patient, gradual, unhurried, lethargic, languid, pensive, scrupulous
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Attitude to the future
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despairing, tragic, defeated, discouraged, resigned, overwhelmed, disheartened, dismal, foreboding, dejected, depressed, bitter, bleak, bewildered, pessimistic, distressed, cynical, pathetic, melancholy, nostalgic, saddened, miserable, morbid, morose, mournful, sorrowful, somber, lamenting, grave, grim
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vs. hopeful, sanguine, optimistic, content, excited, enthusiastic
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Attitude to another's success
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envious, jealous
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vs. admiring, congratulatory, celebratory, enthusiastic
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Attitude to another's failing
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critical, annoyed, angry, frustrated, impatient, disappointed, resentful, hurt, aggravated, outraged, appalled, indignant, disgusted, impotent, vindictive, vengeful, furious
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vs. forgiving, indulgent, understanding, accepting, tolerant
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Attitude to one's own failing
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apologetic, remorseful, repentant, disgusted, self-critical |
vs. defensive, self-indulgent, complacent |
Attitude to powerful forces like spirit, country, religion
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patriotic, pious, religious, reverent, mystical, spiritual, obedient
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vs. irreverent, scoffing, impious, skeptical
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