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?

Clever

Strategic

Calculating

5

Which word is neutral?

Self assured

Arrogant

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?

Reckless

Extreme

Adventurous

5

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

Nosy

Curious

Inquisitive

10

Put these words in order Negative, Neutral, Positive.

Eccentric, Innovative, Creative

Creative, Eccentric, Innovative

Innovative, Creative, Eccentric

Eccentric, Creative, Innovative

20

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

ambitious

driven

ruthless

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

tolerant

indulgent

patient.

5

Put these words in order: Negative, Neutral, Positive

Tenacious, Stubborn, Determined

Stubborn, Determined, Tenacious

Tenacious, Determined, Stubborn

Stubborn, Tenacious, Determined

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

Blunt

Honest

Genuine

5

Which word is neutral?

Optimistic

Hopeful

Indecisive

5

Which one is negative?

Stubborn

Strong-willed

5

Which word has the highest intensity?

shaken

petrified

startled

5

Which has the negative connotation?

humble

meek

modest

5

Which is more positive?

inexpensive

cheap

5

Which seems like it is worth more?

Something antique

Something old

5