WHICH of the following words rom the poem has a negative connotation?

A. dumb
B. patient
C. gilds
D. promise

my answer is a or b

http://www.dictionary.com

Which do you think? A or B?

Yes, A.

is b correct ?

so it a ... and I really don understand the meaning but I know examples

thanks

To determine which of the words has a negative connotation, let's analyze each of them:

A. "Dumb" can be seen as having a negative connotation since it is often used to suggest someone is stupid or lacks intelligence.

B. "Patient" does not have a negative connotation. It usually denotes being understanding, calm, and willing to wait or endure.

C. "Gilds" is a verb that means to cover or highlight something with a thin layer of gold or to make something seem more attractive or valuable. It does not inherently have a negative connotation.

D. "Promise" is a noun that typically represents a commitment or assurance to do something or fulfill an obligation. It does not carry a negative connotation.

Based on this analysis, the word with a negative connotation is A. "dumb."

No. Do you understand what "negative connotation" means?

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