Connotation

A word’s denotation is its dictionary definition. But a word can also evoke certain thoughts and feelings. The thoughts and feelings associated with a certain word are called the connotation of the word. Words with the same denotation can have different connotations. Connotations can be positive, negative or neutral.
Which of the following has a positive connotation?

• A strong reek 
• A strong aroma 

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.RL.5.4

Which of the following has a negative connotation?

• A pushy leader
• A charismatic leader

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following has a positive connotation? 

• Squandered his time 
• Invested his time 

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following has a negative connotation?

• A bold plan
• A reckless plan

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following has a negative connotation? 

• Energetic dogs 
• Rambunctious dogs 

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following has a positive connotation?

• Spoke with arrogance 
• Spoke with confidence 

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following has a positive connotation?

• An aggressive stance
• A hostile stance 

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following has a positive connotation?

• Easygoing attitude 
• Lazy attitude 

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which word has the more negative connotation?

• Egghead 
• Smart

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.RL.5.4

Which word has the more positive connotation?

• Assertive 
• Aggressive 

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C