Connotation & Denotation

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What is connotation?

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Connotation implies or suggests a meaning of a word beyond its literal definition.

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or dictionary meaning of a word.

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Which word has a positive connotation: 'childlike' or 'immature'?

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'Childlike' has a positive connotation.

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Which word has a negative connotation: 'slim' or 'skinny'?

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'Skinny' has a negative connotation.

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What does the term 'neutral connotation' mean?

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A word with a neutral connotation does not evoke strong positive or negative feelings.

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Provide an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'Brave' is an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Provide an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Greedy' is an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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What is the effect of using words with positive connotations in writing?

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Using words with positive connotations can create a favorable impression and evoke positive emotions.

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What is the effect of using words with negative connotations in writing?

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Using words with negative connotations can create an unfavorable impression and evoke negative emotions.

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How can context influence the connotation of a word?

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Context can change how a word is perceived, affecting whether its connotation is positive, negative, or neutral.