Context Clues & Connotation/Denotation

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What is denotation?

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Literal meaning of a word.

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What is connotation?

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Attitude or emotion a word makes you feel.

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What does the word 'aversion' mean?

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A strong dislike for something.

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

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The word 'immature' has a negative connotation.

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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 does the word 'grueling' mean in the context of a hike?

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Tiring.

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning, while connotation is the emotional or cultural association.

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How can context clues help in understanding a word?

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Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that help determine its meaning.

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What is an example of using context clues?

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In the sentence 'The grueling hike left us exhausted,' the word 'exhausted' helps understand 'grueling'.

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What does the word 'dread' imply?

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A strong fear or apprehension.