Connotation and Denotation

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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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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 an example of a word with a positive connotation?

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The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation.

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

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The word 'cheap' has a negative connotation.

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What does the word 'residence' imply?

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The word 'residence' has a neutral connotation, referring to a place where someone lives.

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What is the connotation of the word 'slim'?

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The word 'slim' has a positive connotation, suggesting attractiveness.

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What is the connotation of the word 'skinny'?

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The word 'skinny' has a negative connotation, suggesting unhealthiness.

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What does the word 'adoring' imply?

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The word 'adoring' implies a strong affection or love for something.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning, while connotation includes the emotional or cultural associations of a word.

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Which word has a more negative connotation: 'frugal' or 'cheap'?

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The word 'cheap' has a more negative connotation than 'frugal'.