denotation and connotation

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What is 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 positive connotation: 'childish' or 'youthful'.

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Youthful has a positive connotation.

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

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Slim has a positive connotation.

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

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A word with a negative connotation suggests something undesirable or unfavorable.

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

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A word with a positive connotation suggests something favorable or desirable.

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Referring to a small dog as 'tiny' has a __________ connotation.

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Positive.

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Referring to a messy room as 'chaotic' has a __________ connotation.

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Negative.

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Choose the word with the positive connotation: 'frugal' or 'cheap'.

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Frugal has a positive connotation.

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Choose the word with the positive connotation: 'overweight' or 'plump'.

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Plump has a positive connotation.