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Which word replacement would create a stronger negative connotation?

(1 point)
Responses

replacing the word depleted with destroyed
replacing the word depleted with destroyed

replacing the word adapt with adjust
replacing the word adapt with adjust

replacing the word nosedive with dip
replacing the word nosedive with dip

replacing the word warmer with hotter

Answer 1

The best option to create a stronger negative connotation is:

replacing the word depleted with destroyed.

This replacement suggests a more severe and irreversible loss compared to "depleted," which implies a reduction but not total loss.