Question

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. Bickered
B. Consulted
C. Disagreed
D. Met

Answer 1

The word that has the same general denotation as "fought" but gives the sentence a more positive connotation is B. Consulted

Step-by-step explanation:

The word "consulted" implies a more collaborative and cooperative interaction compared to "fought." While "fought" suggests conflict and disagreement, "consulted" implies that the individuals involved discussed and sought each other's opinions or advice. Using "consulted" in the sentence would convey a more positive tone, emphasizing a willingness to work together and find solutions rather than engaging in heated arguments or disputes.

Answer 2

A. Bickered.

Step-by-step explanation:

The word "bicker" is synonymous with the act of arguing over trivial matters, to argue or disagree over small petty things. In this regard, it can be said that it has the same denotation with the word "fought" as used in the original sentence.

So, to make the change in the word "fought" giving it a more positive connotation but still retain the same general denotation, the new word is "bickered". This is because though bickering is a word used to refer to arguments or disputes, they are generally used in regard to small issues and not some big arguments. In other words, we can say "bickered" has a less violent/negative feel than the word "fought".