What question are u asking like I need more details
Answer:
it is a quote by Gertrude Stein.....
The word with a negative connotation is discouraging.
When someone is discouraged, they are dispirited, disheartened, and with a lack of enthusiasm; this has a negative implication.
All other options have positive connotations, except maybe bulb, which is pretty neutral.
I hope this helps you!
The answer would be B. Pretentious.