Meaning oftonein English

Noun

1. sound character (timbre, pitch); quality
2. pitch distinguishing word meaning
3. manner of expression (word choice, emotion)
   The author's tone in the article was formal and objective.
4. emotional state; mindset
   Her tone changed to one of sadness when she thought of her childhood.
5. colour shade or quality; hue
   The warm tone of the painting created a cozy atmosphere.
6. visual effect of light and shade
   The photographer adjusted the tone of the image to enhance the contrast.
7. muscle firmness (physical condition)
   The athlete's tone improved significantly after regular exercise.
8. mood or atmosphere of a situation
   The tone of the meeting was tense due to the critical discussion.
9. a specific musical pitch; sound quality
   The singer's voice produced a rich tone that filled the concert hall.
10. a recitational melody (in Gregorian chant)
    The monks chanted in a haunting tone during the evening prayer.