7. Connotations and Denotations 2

A connotation is a dictionary definition of a word.

• true
• false

Connotations of words have to do with feelings and emotions they evoke.

• true
• false

Which word has a negative connotation?

• relaxed
• laid-back
• lazy
• comfortable

Which word has a negative connotation?

• young
• immature
• youthful

Which word has a positive connotation?

• terrible
• brutal
• hard
• challenging

Which word has a positive connotation?

• curious
• nosey
• interferring

Which word has a negative connotation?

• thin
• skinny
• slim

Which word has a positive connotation?

• frugal
• economical
• cheap

Which word has a negative connotation?

• proud
• confident
• egotistical

Which word has a positive connotation?

• bloated
• stuffed
• satisfied