The words thrifty and cheap have the same denotation. Which sentence explains the connotations of the words?(1 point)
Responses
Both thrifty and cheap have negative connotations.
Both , thrifty, and , cheap, have negative connotations.
Thrifty has a positive connotation, whereas cheap has a negative connotation.
Thrifty, has a positive connotation, whereas , cheap , has a negative connotation.
Both thrifty and cheap have positive connotations.
Both , thrifty, and , cheap, have positive connotations.
Cheap has a positive connotation, whereas thrifty has a negative connotation.
Thrifty has a positive connotation, whereas cheap has a negative connotation.
Thrifty has a positive connotation, whereas cheap has a negative connotation.
Thrifty has a positive connotation, whereas cheap has a negative connotation.
To determine the connotations of the words "thrifty" and "cheap," you can analyze their meanings and how they are commonly used.
First, let's define the words:
- Thrifty: Someone who is thrifty is careful and wise with their money, making economical choices and avoiding waste.
- Cheap: Something or someone that is cheap is of low cost or value and may be associated with poor quality or being stingy.
By examining the definitions, we can see that "thrifty" typically carries a positive connotation as it implies being resourceful and prudent with money. On the other hand, "cheap" generally has a negative connotation as it suggests something is of low quality or that someone is being miserly.
Therefore, the sentence that best explains the connotations of the words is: "Thrifty has a positive connotation, whereas cheap has a negative connotation."