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Which pair of words shows a difference mainly in connotation rather than dictionary meaning?

A. Begin – Start
B. Slim – Skinny
C. Buy – Purchase
D. Large – Big

📝 Explanation

Correct: Both describe a thin person, but slim has a positive connotation while skinny often has a negative one. A, C, D: These are near synonyms with little connotative difference. Concept: Semantic nuance and connotation.

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  • Begin – Start
  • Slim – Skinny
  • Buy – Purchase
  • Large – Big

Correct: Both describe a thin person, but slim has a positive connotation while skinny often has a negative one. A, C, D: These are near synonyms with little connotative difference. Concept: Semantic nuance and connotation.

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