Connotation vs. Denotation

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. Everyone in the office respects Casey because of her kind but __________ attitude.

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. "Well," said Curtis with an embarrassed smile, "I'm looking for __________ car."

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. "Here's a scholarship that you might qualify for," said Mike's advisor. "It's for people who are __________ ."

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. William annoys his friends because he's so __________ when it comes to money.

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. We're worried about Trish; she's lost so much weight that she looks __________ .

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. "I'm afraid," said Luke's guidance counselor carefully, "that you might find advanced calculus a little too __________ ."

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. "And this particular neighborhood," said the realtor to the young married couple, "will suit families who are __________."

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. Daniel's doctor said, "I recommend a low-fat, low-carbohydrate diet because you are becoming __________ ."

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. What makes Jewel so difficult to understand is that she is rather __________.

Choose the most appropriate word that can be inserted in the blank. We were all so sorry to hear that you had gotten ___________ from the plant.