Connotation and Denotation

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.

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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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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Example: 'youthful' has a positive connotation of being energetic and lively.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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Example: 'stingy' has a negative connotation of being unwilling to share or give.

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What is the connotation of the word 'home'?

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The word 'home' has a positive connotation, suggesting warmth, safety, and comfort.

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What is the connotation of the word 'prison'?

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The word 'prison' has a negative connotation, suggesting confinement and punishment.

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Choose the word with a negative connotation: 'slim' or 'skinny'.

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'Skinny' has a negative connotation, implying being excessively thin.

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Choose the word with a positive connotation: 'frugal' or 'cheap'.

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'Frugal' has a positive connotation, suggesting wise spending.

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What does it mean if a word has a neutral connotation?

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A neutral connotation means the word does not evoke strong emotional responses, e.g., 'table'.

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How can context affect the connotation of a word?

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Context can change how a word is perceived; for example, 'childish' can be negative or positive depending on context.