Connotative & Denotative Vocab Review

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What is denotation?

Back

The literal meaning of a word.

Front

What is connotation?

Back

The emotions, feelings, and ideas associated with a word.

Front

Denotative is to literal as connotative is to __________

Back

Figurative.

Front

Which word has a more positive connotation? Brilliant, Pushy, Domineering, Aggressive

Back

Brilliant.

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What does 'raining cats and dogs' mean?

Back

It means it's raining heavily.

Front

What is a literal statement?

Back

A statement that means exactly what it says.

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What is a figurative statement?

Back

A statement that uses figures of speech to convey meaning beyond the literal.

Front

Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

Back

'Slimy' often has a negative connotation.

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What is the denotative meaning of 'home'?

Back

A place where one lives.

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What is the connotative meaning of 'home'?

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Feelings of comfort, safety, and belonging.