Read the following sentence:
In my last job, my boss and I often fought about production issues.
Which word has the same general denotation as the underlined word, yet gives the sentence a more positive connotation?
A.
Disagreed
B.
Met
C.
Consulted
D.
Bickered
A.
Disagreed
The word that has the same general denotation as "fought," yet gives the sentence a more positive connotation is "disagreed" (option A).
To find the word with a more positive connotation that has a similar denotation as "fought," we need to understand the meanings of the words provided as options: "disagreed," "met," "consulted," and "bickered."
1. "Disagreed" means having a difference of opinion or not coming to an agreement.
2. "Met" means coming together or gathering for a purpose.
3. "Consulted" means seeking advice or information from someone.
4. "Bickered" means arguing or quarreling about trivial matters.
In the context of the sentence, where the speaker mentions "my boss and I often fought about production issues," we are looking for an alternative word that suggests a more positive engagement or interaction without the negative implication of a conflict.
Among the options given, "consulted" seems to be the word that conveys a more positive connotation. If the speaker and their boss consulted about production issues, it implies a collaborative approach, seeking advice and exchanging ideas without the confrontational aspect of "fighting."
Therefore, the answer is C. Consulted.