Answer:
E. Epithet
Explanation:
A word or phrase with a powerful negative connotation used to describe some quality of a person or group is a(n) epithet.
In literature, an epithet is an adjective used to describe a person or a groups of persons. Sometimes, it uses a negative connotation to refer to them, which is why it has been used as a synonym of abuse. However, it is usually used to make it easier to understand or imagine a character.
