Analyzing Tone

Definition

Analyzing tone involves examining the author's attitude or feelings towards a subject in a text. It focuses on understanding the emotions conveyed through word choice, imagery, and other linguistic devices.

Related terms

Diction:

The choice of words used by an author to convey a particular meaning or create a specific effect.

Figurative Language:

Language that uses figures of speech (such as metaphors, similes, or personification) to enhance meaning or create vivid images.

Rhetorical Devices:

Techniques used by authors to persuade or manipulate readers' emotions and thoughts. Examples include repetition, parallelism, and irony.