6.L.5 - Connotation vs. Denotation

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the feelings or ideas that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning.

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or dictionary definition of a word.

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What is the connotation of the word 'aroma'?

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The word 'aroma' has a positive connotation, suggesting a pleasant smell.

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What is the connotation of the word 'demanded'?

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The word 'demanded' has a negative connotation, implying forcefulness or entitlement.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Example: 'youthful' suggests energy and vitality.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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Example: 'stingy' suggests being unwilling to spend money.

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Give an example of a word with a neutral connotation.

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Example: 'feline' simply refers to cats without positive or negative feelings.

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How can context affect connotation?

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The context in which a word is used can change its connotation, making it more positive or negative.

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What is an example of a word that can have both positive and negative connotations?

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Example: 'assertive' can be seen positively as confident or negatively as aggressive.