Jan 22, 2020 · In these instances, is there any different connotation in using folks instead of people? Has folks gained a connotation that makes it a more inclusive gender-neutral term for …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

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" …

Feb 28, 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.

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 …

Mar 16, 2012 · From Merriam-Webster's: exploit (trans. verb) 1 : to make productive use of; to utilize 2 : to make use of meanly or unfairly for one's own advantage Nonetheless, the …

Jan 9, 2016 · Related to Rathony's answer—semantic change, the linguistic term amelioration specifically refers to words whose meaning is elevated, improved, or made positive. Examples …