7th Grade Connotation and Denotation

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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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Why might 'economical' be preferred over 'cheap'?

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Economical suggests good value, while cheap suggests low quality.

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Which word has a more negative connotation than 'frugal'?

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Stingy has a more negative connotation than frugal.

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Explain why 'youthful' has a more positive connotation than 'childish'.

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Youthful suggests vitality, while childish suggests immaturity.

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Identify a word with a more positive connotation than 'old'.

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Vintage has a more positive connotation than old.

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Which word has a more formal connotation than 'talk'?

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Converse has a more formal connotation than talk.

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

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'Generous' has a positive connotation.

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

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'Greedy' has a negative connotation.

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How does context affect connotation?

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Context can change the emotional impact of a word, influencing its connotation.