English Connotation, Nuance, and Inference Quiz

Inference

a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning

Euphemism

a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing

Nuance

a subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound

Connotation

an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning

Bias

prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair

Implication

the conclusion that can be drawn form something, although it is not stated

Denotation

the literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests