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tone
/təʊn/
When referring to a sound or an attitude, 'tone' is usually a countable noun (e.g., "a harsh tone"). When discussing physical fitness and muscle strength, 'tone' is often used as an uncountable noun (e.g., "improving muscle tone"). The verb form is frequently used in the phrasal verb "tone down," which means to make something less intense or offensive.
💬Casual Conversation
Your email to the client was way too casual. Fix the tone or I'll do it for you.
My bad. I was just trying to leverage a more synergistic vibe.
Meanings
The quality of a sound, particularly its pitch or loudness.
"She spoke in a low, soothing tone to calm the baby."
The general character or attitude of a piece of writing or a situation.
"The tone of the meeting was unexpectedly hostile."
To give a particular character or mood to something.
"He tried to tone down the language in his report to avoid offending anyone."