tone Synonyms
Another word for tone
• noun (Context 1)
The general character, attitude, or mood of a place, piece of writing, situation, or spoken utterance.
"The author's sarcastic mood was evident from the very first paragraph of the essay."
• noun (Context 2)
A musical or vocal sound considered with reference to its pitch, quality, and strength.
"Please leave your message after the note."
• verb (Context 3)
To give greater strength, firmness, or elasticity to (especially a muscle or the body).
"She practices Pilates twice a week to tone up her core muscles."
• noun (Context 4)
The normal, baseline level of firmness or slight continuous contraction in a resting muscle.
"Regular resistance exercise helps improve your overall muscle tonus."
• verb (Context 5)
To harmonize or blend closely with something, especially in terms of color.
"The warm wooden furniture tones beautifully with the soft beige walls."
• verb (Context 6)
To give a particular tint or color to (especially a photograph).
"The photographer decided to tint the black-and-white prints with a sepia wash."
Opposites of tone
The opposite of tone shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: