Connotation and Denotation

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What are Connotation and Denotation?

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Connotation and Denotation are two ways to describe the meanings of words.

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What does Connotation refer to?

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Connotation refers to a meaning that is implied by a word, often influenced by cultural and emotional associations.

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If someone calls you 'childish', what type of connotation does it have?

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Negative connotation.

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What is the dictionary definition of a word called?

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Denotation.

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What is the emotional meaning of a word referred to as?

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Connotation.

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True or False: A denotation is a literal or specific dictionary meaning.

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True.

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How do people often determine the meaning of unfamiliar words?

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Many use context clues to decide on the meaning of a word.

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

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'Youthful' can have a positive connotation.

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

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'Stubborn' can have a negative connotation.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation includes the emotional and cultural associations of that word.