Question

In the sports section of the local newspaper, a reporter wrote, "Lorton's experienced quarterback performed well in handling the Jefferson highs eagles defeat." Which word in this sentence is cosidered loaded?

A) defeat B) well C) crushing D) experienced

Answer 1

Loaded words are words which evoke " strong emotional implications". Knowing this, one would think C, crushing resonated with the reader the most. B and D are both evident to be incorrect. However, defeat lacks the certain appeal which crushing has.