Question

which of the following words has the most negative connotation? cheap, frugal, thrifty

Explanation:

To determine the word with the most negative connotation, we analyze each term:

• "Frugal" implies being economical and careful with money in a positive, responsible way.
• "Thrifty" also means using money and resources wisely, with a positive or neutral tone.
• "Cheap" often suggests something is of low quality, stingy, or done in a way that is seen as negative (e.g., "cheap" products might be poorly made, and a "cheap" person might be viewed as overly stingy in a bad way). So "cheap" has the most negative connotation.

Answer:

cheap