Blunt, brusque, curt, and terse -- is there a gradation of connotation ...
Jun 11, 2020 · 3 I have two related questions. Do each of these 4 words have negative connotation regarding intent? (E.g., rudeness, malice, inappropriateness, etc.) If so, is there a gradation (or …
connotation - Why is "folks" commonly used as a gender-neutral term …
Jan 22, 2020 · The OP states confidently in their question Why is “folks” commonly used as a gender-neutral term for “people” when “people” is already gender-neutral? The term folks, originally an Old …
connotation - Meaning of "have an agenda" - English Language
What does it mean when someone says he has an agenda? Is there a negative connotation to agenda? If there is, then why and what is a word that means the same thing but has a positive connotation?
Is there a neutral word for an olfactory impression?
Sep 18, 2014 · I was struggling to find the right words for olfactory impressions. Is there a neutral word for an olfactory impression? smell seems to have a negative connotation aroma sounds more like …
connotation - Is "interesting" a negative or positive phrase? - English ...
It doesn't inherently imply a positive or negative connotation. The only way to distinguish between a positive "interesting" and a negative "interesting" is through its context and tone.
"Naïve" vs "Ignorant" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
What is the difference between naïve and ignorant? I want to make sure I understand the proper meaning and connotation of each word. For example, how would you describe a person who makes …
connotation - Non positively connoted synonym for "highlights ...
A synonym devoid of connotation –if it can be still called a synonym ? For native speakers, in the following list of synonyms I found (from Collins+Oxford), what would be the word that sound to you …
connotation - How acceptable is "asinine" - English Language & Usage ...
Dec 28, 2013 · The relation between asinine and ass is pretty apparent, and I know that ass isn't a very acceptable word, but is asinine? If it were used in an essay for school or during discussion would it be
“Deliberately” vs. “intentionally” vs. “on purpose”
The levels of formality are, in descending order: intentionally, deliberately, and on purpose. If you look at published books and journals that have blank pages, you'll find some with printed statements "This …
Connotation of "proud" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Apr 12, 2011 · Does the word proud have a bad connotation? I want to use 'proud+something' as a company and website name but I'm not sure what connotation it can have.