Connotation and Denotation

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What is the definition of denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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Choose the word with the negative connotation: 'slim' or 'skinny'.

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Skinny has a negative connotation.

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What does a positive connotation imply?

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A positive connotation implies a favorable or pleasant association with a word.

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What does a negative connotation imply?

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A negative connotation implies an unfavorable or unpleasant association with a word.

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Choose the word with the positive connotation: 'childish' or 'playful'.

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Playful has a positive connotation.

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

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The word 'person' has a neutral connotation.

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How can context affect the connotation of a word?

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Context can change how a word is perceived, making it seem more positive or negative depending on the situation.

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

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The word 'lazy' 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 'brave' has a positive connotation.