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 positive connotation?

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A positive connotation is an association that evokes a favorable or uplifting feeling about a word.

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What is a negative connotation?

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A negative connotation is an association that evokes an unfavorable or unpleasant feeling about a word.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'Economical' has a positive connotation, suggesting something is cost-effective.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Stench' has a negative connotation, suggesting a foul smell.

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What does the word 'thrifty' imply?

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'Thrifty' implies being careful with money, often viewed positively.

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What does the word 'stingy' imply?

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'Stingy' implies being unwilling to spend or share, often viewed negatively.

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How can context clues help determine connotation?

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Context clues are words or phrases surrounding a word that provide hints about its connotation.

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What is the connotation of the word 'courageous'?

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The word 'courageous' has a positive connotation, suggesting bravery and heroism.

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What is the connotation of the word 'foolhardy'?

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The word 'foolhardy' has a negative connotation, suggesting reckless bravery without thought.