Connotation Practice

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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 a negative connotation?

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A negative connotation is an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning, often carrying a disapproving or unfavorable tone.

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What is a positive connotation?

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A positive connotation is an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning, often carrying an approving or favorable tone.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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Stench.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Delightful.

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What does 'stingy' imply about a person?

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It implies that the person is unwilling to spend money or share, often viewed negatively.

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What does 'thrifty' imply about a person?

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It implies that the person is careful with money and resources, often viewed positively.

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Choose the word with a negative connotation: 'cheap' or 'inexpensive'.

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Cheap has a negative connotation, suggesting low quality.

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Choose the word with a positive connotation: 'arrogance' or 'confidence'.

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Confidence has a positive connotation, suggesting self-assurance.

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What is the connotation of the word 'frugal'?

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Frugal has a positive connotation, suggesting carefulness with money.