English / word
tone
noun, verb A2MEANING IN ENGLISH
the sound or attitude in a voice, message, or piece of writing
the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.; the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.
In context
01
Use a polite tone with elders.
02
The email tone should be professional.
Synonyms
voice,manner,mood
Antonyms
discord,harshness
Collocations
tone of voice,tone of conversation,tone of the message