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 the definition of 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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What is an example of a word with a positive connotation?

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'Youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

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

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'Childish' has a negative connotation, implying immaturity.

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What is the denotation of the word 'nervous'?

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Anxious.

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What is the denotation of the word 'rare'?

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Scarce.

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Which word has a more positive connotation: 'assertive' or 'bossy'?

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'Assertive' has a more positive connotation.

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Which word has a more negative connotation: 'confident' or 'conceited'?

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'Conceited' has a more negative connotation.

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

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It means the word evokes strong emotional responses or associations.

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

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It means the word evokes little to no emotional response or association.