Shades of meaning in connotation | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

English 19 Public

Determining the differences in connotation of words with similar denotation.

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Which has a negative connotation?

Calculating

Strategic

Clever

5

Which word is neutral?

Arrogant

Self assured

Confident

10

Which has a positive connotation?

Opulence

Prosperity

10

John loves extreme sports of all kinds. You don't approve. How would you describe his sports?

Extreme

Adventurous

Reckless

5

The most positive way to say someone likes to know things.

Curious

Inquisitive

Nosy

10

Put these words in order Negative, Neutral, Positive.

Eccentric, Creative, Innovative

Creative, Eccentric, Innovative

Innovative, Creative, Eccentric

Eccentric, Innovative, Creative

20

Thanos wanted to save the universes by eliminating over-population. He was _______in his pursuit.

ambitious

driven

ruthless

10

Her mom lets her get away with anything. She is really __________.

patient.

indulgent

tolerant

5

Put these words in order: Negative, Neutral, Positive

Tenacious, Determined, Stubborn

Stubborn, Determined, Tenacious

Tenacious, Stubborn, Determined

Stubborn, Tenacious, Determined

15

Dean will tell you what you the hard truth and doesn't care if it hurts your feelings.

Honest

Genuine

Blunt

5

Which word is neutral?

Indecisive

Hopeful

Optimistic

5

Which one is negative?

Strong-willed

Stubborn

5

Which word has the highest intensity?

shaken

startled

petrified

5

Which has the negative connotation?

humble

modest

meek

5

Which is more positive?

inexpensive

cheap

5

Which seems like it is worth more?

Something old

Something antique

5