Connotation and Denotation

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What is the definition of connotation?

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

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What is the definition of 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: 'slim' or 'skinny'?

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'Slim' has a positive connotation.

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Which word has a negative connotation: 'childish' or 'youthful'?

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'Childish' has a negative connotation.

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What does it mean if a word has a neutral connotation?

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

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Identify the connotation: 'home' vs 'house'.

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'Home' has a positive connotation, while 'house' has a neutral connotation.

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Which of the following has a negative connotation: 'cheap' or 'inexpensive'?

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'Cheap' has a negative connotation.

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

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'Residence' is an example of a word with a neutral connotation.

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Identify the connotation: 'pushy' in the context of leadership.

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'Pushy' has a negative connotation when describing a leader.

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What is the connotation of the word 'shack'?

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'Shack' has a negative connotation, suggesting something small and undesirable.