Connotation and Denotation

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What is connotation?

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An idea or feeling that a word gives.

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What is denotation?

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The literal meaning of a word.

Front

Which word has a neutral connotation: Mansion, Residence, Shack?

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Residence

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What is the opposite of connotation?

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Denotation

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The denotation is the _______________ meaning of a word.

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literal

Front

Which word fits the negative connotation: residence or shack?

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Shack

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If a word has a positive connotation, what does it imply?

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It suggests a favorable or pleasant idea.

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If a word has a negative connotation, what does it imply?

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It suggests an unfavorable or unpleasant idea.

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

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Youthful.

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

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Cheap.