Negative and Neutral Attitudes

a feeling of anger or annoyance aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean

Her voice trembled with indignation at the unfair accusation.

a doubting or questioning attitude towards ideas, beliefs, or claims that are generally accepted

Her skepticism about the new diet fad led her to research its effectiveness before trying it.

a doubtful view toward others' honesty or intentions

The film highlighted the cynicism of modern society, where people often doubt the goodness in others.

a feeling of self-satisfaction or contentment, often accompanied by a lack of awareness of potential dangers

The team's early successes led to complacency, causing them to underestimate their competition in the final match.

the disregard and lack of respect for someone or something seen as insignificant or unworthy

She looked at his suggestion with contempt, dismissing it immediately.

the feeling that someone or something is not worthy of respect or consideration

the feeling of anger and dissatisfaction because one thinks something is unfair

an intense enthusiasm or obsession for something, often to an excessive or uncontrollable degree

His mania for collecting rare coins led him to travel the world in search of unique pieces.

behaving without shame or fear and refusing to follow traditional rules or manners

The employee's brazen attitude during the meeting surprised everyone as she openly challenged the boss's decisions.

having a sullen, gloomy, or pessimistic disposition

After receiving disappointing news, he became morose and withdrew from social interactions.

bad-tempered, gloomy, and usually silent

After losing the game, he sat in the corner with a sullen expression, refusing to talk to anyone.

prone to unpredicted and sudden changes

Her mercurial mood swings made it hard for friends to keep up.

feeling slightly embarrassed or ashamed, often due to having done something silly or foolish

The boy looked sheepish as he admitted to breaking the vase.

in a manner that shows acceptance of something undesirable or unavoidable without protest

She sighed resignedly and started cleaning up the mess, knowing it was her responsibility.

to take money out of an account, fund, or financial institution

She visited the ATM to withdraw some cash for groceries.

having a tendency or inclination toward something

He is prone to making impulsive decisions.

suitable or appropriate in the circumstances

The rainy weather was apt for staying indoors and reading.

a general lack of interest, concern, or enthusiasm toward things in life

The student's apathy towards his studies was evident in his consistently low grades.

to set something aside and keep it for future use

The company reserves a portion of its profits each quarter for investment in research and development.

the act or means of getting rid of something

in a manner that shows no emotion, feeling, or reaction

He listened impassively to the news, not letting his true feelings show.

characterized by unchecked, aggressive, or uncontrollable behavior

Crime was rampant in the city after the blackout.

stating the opposite of what one means to criticize, insult, mock, or make a joke

His sarcastic remarks often left others feeling offended or belittled.

displaying an attitude of superiority toward those perceived as inferior, often due to social status, wealth, or education

Her snobbish remarks about the neighborhood offended many of the residents.

having a negative or belittling connotation

She used pejorative language to describe her rival's work.

feeling dissatisfied, often due to a sense of unfair treatment or disappointment

The disgruntled employee expressed frustration with the company's new policies during the meeting.

having or showing a negative view of the future and always waiting for something bad to happen

Despite their hard work, he remained pessimistic about the chances of success.

to have doubts, reservations, or uncertainties about relying on someone or something

His suspicious nature causes him to instinctively mistrust people's intentions until they prove otherwise.

to make something or someone seem less important

He often belittles his coworkers' contributions, making them feel undervalued.

to support or sponsor a person, organization, or cause, often by providing financial assistance

The wealthy entrepreneur decided to patronize a local arts initiative by funding exhibitions.

to laugh quietly in a sneaky or mocking way

The students couldn't help but snicker when the teacher made a funny mistake.

to ridicule someone or something in a disrespectful manner

She did not appreciate being mocked for her fashion choices at the party.

to mock with contempt

He scoffed at the idea of ghosts.

to frown in a sullen or angry way

She scowled at the noisy children.

in a manner that shows arrogant superiority toward others

She haughtily dismissed the suggestion, believing her own ideas were far superior.

in an open and unashamed way, especially when violating rules or norms

He blatantly lied to the manager about finishing the project.

in a manner that tries to impress by pretending to have more importance, talent, or culture than is actually possessed

He spoke pretentiously about his travels, exaggerating his experiences to seem more worldly.

uncertain or reluctant to act or speak, often due to doubt or indecision

The hesitant student stood at the front of the class, unsure whether to ask a question.

In a dismissive or indifferent manner

He dismissed her concerns offhand, not realizing how important they were to her.

freely expressing one's opinions or ideas without holding back

The outspoken activist fearlessly spoke out against social injustices, rallying others to join the cause.

(of a person) straightforward in expressing thoughts or opinions

He is a forthright individual, always speaking his mind without hesitation.

having a plain and sometimes harsh way of expressing thoughts or opinions

Instead of sugarcoating the feedback, she gave a blunt assessment of the project's shortcomings.

open and direct about one's true feelings or intentions

She appreciated his candid feedback, which helped her understand her strengths and weaknesses.

done deliberately and intentionally, often with determination or stubbornness

Despite being warned of the consequences, he made a willful decision to ignore the safety guidelines.

shy or timid, especially in social situations, often accompanied by a reluctance to draw attention to oneself

The bashful child hid behind their mother's leg when introduced to strangers at the party.

reflecting deep sincerity or a lack of humor

The solemn ceremony honored the sacrifices of those who served in the military.

a goal that one wants to achieve

Her main objective is to complete the project by the end of the month.

presenting information in a straightforward, unemotional, and practical manner

He gave a matter-of-fact explanation of the procedure, focusing solely on the necessary steps.

lacking confidence or courage

She was too timid to speak up during meetings, fearing she would say something wrong.

to remove or separate something

She detached the document from the file for further review.

serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority

The stern teacher maintained order in the classroom with her strict rules.