Connotation and Denotation

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What is connotation?

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

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word, without any emotional or cultural associations.

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

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The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

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

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The word 'stingy' has a negative connotation, implying a lack of generosity.

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How does changing a word affect its connotation?

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Changing a word can shift its connotation from positive to negative or vice versa, altering the emotional impact of the message.

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What is the connotation of the word 'slim'?

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The word 'slim' has a positive connotation, often associated with attractiveness.

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What is the connotation of the word 'skinny'?

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The word 'skinny' has a negative connotation, often implying an unhealthy or unattractive thinness.

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What is an example of denotation for the word 'home'?

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Denotation: A place where one lives; a residence.

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

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The word 'child' has a neutral connotation, simply referring to a young human.

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How can context influence connotation?

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Context can influence connotation by providing additional information that shapes how a word is perceived emotionally.