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 …
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 - 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 …
"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 …
“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 …
What is the difference between "that's odd", "that's weird", and "that ...
Jan 9, 2011 · There isn't a lot of difference between them - they can be used almost interchangeably. To the extent that there is a difference (and anyone pays attention to the fine gradations in the terms), …
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?
connotation - Is "pseudo" strictly negative? - English Language
Dec 15, 2015 · But that "definition" is one of many I found that is little more than a list of synonyms, and synonyms don't necessary imply connotation. Does colloquial use of "pseudo" inherently carry …
Does 'extraordinary', 'exceptional', 'outstanding' always carry ...
Mar 7, 2015 · As pointed out by @JanusBahsJacquet below, my examples above are all about the adverb and not the adjective. True, that is cheating. Of the adjectives, extraordinary is the one most …
A word that defines shy, but in a positive context
I'm looking for a word that describes shy and reserved, but not to portray weakness or one that has a negative connotation. Being shy and reserved as an executive doesn't fit well for career