Front

What is a positive connotation?

Back

A positive connotation is an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning, which is favorable or beneficial.

Front

What is a negative connotation?

Back

A negative connotation is an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning, which is unfavorable or harmful.

Front

Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

Back

'Confident' is a word with a positive connotation.

Front

Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

Back

'Arrogant' is a word with a negative connotation.

Front

What does the word 'thrifty' imply?

Back

'Thrifty' implies being careful with money and resources, which has a positive connotation.

Front

What does the word 'cheap' imply?

Back

'Cheap' implies low quality or value, which has a negative connotation.

Front

How can context change the connotation of a word?

Back

Context can change the connotation of a word by influencing how it is perceived based on the situation or surrounding words.

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'sneaky'?

Back

The word 'sneaky' has a negative connotation, suggesting deceitfulness.

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'cunning'?

Back

The word 'cunning' can have a negative connotation, implying trickiness or deceit.

Front

What is the difference between 'passionate' and 'obsessive'?

Back

'Passionate' has a positive connotation, while 'obsessive' has a negative connotation.