Denotation and Connotation

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What does the word 'sick' suggest in the context of Mark's feelings?

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Fed up with.

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What does the word 'scalding' suggest about the water?

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Painfully hot.

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What is the dictionary meaning of the word 'lanky'?

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Tall and thin.

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What is the definition of 'connotation'?

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An idea or feeling that a word puts off or suggests.

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What does the word 'stingy' imply about William's attitude towards money?

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Negative connotation of being overly frugal.

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What is the definition of 'denotation'?

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The literal meaning of a word.

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How can the word 'bored' be interpreted in a different context?

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It can suggest a lack of interest or engagement.

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What does the word 'frugal' mean?

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Being careful with money, but can have a positive connotation.

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

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Generous.

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

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Greedy.