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What word or phrase most clearly has a negative connotation?

It's impossible to say which word or phrase has the *most* negative connotation without context.

Here's why:

* Subjectivity: Negative connotations are subjective. What one person finds offensive or negative, another might not.

* Context: The same word can have different connotations depending on the context. For example, "stubborn" can be negative in some situations (e.g., a stubborn child refusing to eat vegetables), but positive in others (e.g., a stubborn athlete refusing to give up).

Instead of trying to find the "most" negative word, consider these factors when evaluating the connotation of a word or phrase:

* Historical baggage: Some words carry historical baggage and are associated with negative events or social groups.

* Social context: Words can have different connotations depending on the social context and the people involved.

* Personal experience: Our individual experiences and beliefs can shape how we perceive the connotations of words.

Examples of words with strong negative connotations:

* Hate

* Devious

* Scourge

* Treacherous

* Abomination

To get a better understanding of negative connotations, provide me with a specific word or phrase you'd like to analyze.

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