Connotations refers to a meaning that is implied by a word. Connotations are often decided by cultural and emotional meanings. If someone called you childish, would it be considered a negative or positive connotation?
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Which phrase has a negative connotation?
A. a stingy person
B. a thrifty person
Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Hint: Determine the connotation (positive or negative) through context clues.My friend is very careful about spending money. I admire that, so I call him ______________.
A. thrifty
B. stingy
C. miserly
D. selfish
Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Hint: Determine the connotation (positive or negative) through context clues.I admire the man who jumped on the subway tracks to rescue a stranger. He was certainly ________________.
A. foolhearty
B. courageous
C. rash
D. reckless
Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Hint: Determine the connotation (positive or negative) through context clues.Although the problem was difficult to resolve, Sandra and John were ________________ in searching for an answer. Their teacher was quite proud.
A. persistent
B. stubborn
C. bullheaded
D. headstrong