Connotation & Denotation (L.5b)

Open Ended

What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

Multiple Choice

Which word has a more positive connotation?

• thrifty

• cheap

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Most NEGATIVE connotation​ ​

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nosy

curious

interested

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Most POSITIVE connotation​ ​

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confident

arrogant

self-assured

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Most NEGATIVE connotation​ ​

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stubborn

persistent

determined

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Most POSITIVE connotation​ ​

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unique

strange

unusual

Open Ended

1) Explain connotation and denotation in your own words.

2) Provide an example of two words with the SAME denotation but DIFFERENT connotations.