Positive and Negative Connotation

Positive and Negative Connotation

What is Connotation?

Connotation is a feeling or idea that a word has!

Words can have either a positive, neutral, or negative connotation

Let's Look! Compare the following statements:

• "This shirt is affordable!" vs. "This shirt is cheap!" Which sounds positive and which sounds negative?

• "You need to be pushy when you are looking for a job." vs. "You need to be assertive when you are looking for a job."

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most positive connotation?

• Childish

• Youthful

• Immature

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most positive connotation?

• Nosy

• Curious

• Prying

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most positive connotation?

• Conversational

• Talkative

• Chatty

• Jabbering

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most negative connotation?

• Purebred

• Mutt

• Dog

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most positive connotation?

• Stubborn

• Persistent

• Strong-willed

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most negative connotation?

• Courageous

• Confident

• Conceited

Multiple Choice

Which of these words has the most positive connotation?

• Senior

• Old

• Vintage