Denotations and Connotations 1

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What is the definition of denotation?

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Denotation is the exact definition of a word, as found in a dictionary.

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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What type of connotation does the word 'happy' have?

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Positive.

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What type of connotation does the word 'sad' have?

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Negative.

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How can context help determine a word's connotation?

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Context provides clues through surrounding words and the overall situation in which the word is used.

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What type of connotation does the word 'slim' have?

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Positive.

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What type of connotation does the word 'skinny' have?

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Negative.

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What is an example of a word with a neutral connotation?

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The word 'average'.

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How can synonyms differ in connotation?

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Synonyms can have different connotations; for example, 'childish' (negative) vs. 'youthful' (positive).

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What is the connotation of the word 'cheap'?

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Negative, as it implies low quality.