Denotation & Connotation

What is the denotation of the word late?

• tardy

• prompt

• missing

Words that have the same denotation are called...

• homonyms

• synonyms

• antonyms

• irony

What does 'connotation' mean?

• The charge or feeling associated with the word

• The definition you would find in the dictionary

• The literal, precise definition

• The meaning everyone around the world will definitely agree with

The aroma of Jill's new perfume pleasantly reminded me of roses and vanilla.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral connotation

• Negative Connotation

Julia squandered her money on designer clothes and expensive trips.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negativve connotation

What mood do the words convey - aggravated, enraged, violent

• Exciting

• Boring

• Angry

• Tiring

1) Sam felt sick when he was on the boat.

2) Sam felt nauseated when he was on the boat.

What is the difference in connotation between the words 'sick' and 'nauseated'?

• 'Sick' has a stronger connotation than 'nauseated'.

• The words do not have similar meaning.

• 'Nauseated' has a stronger connotation than 'sick'.

• There is no difference.

What is a negative connotation for the word 'funny'?

• Absurd

• Uncommon

• Comical

• Amusing

The cake is delicious and refreshing. Which of the following could best replace 'refreshing' in the sentence?

• Clean

• Sparkling

• Energising

• Satisfying

"The next morning thousands upon thousands of these black, winged insects, known as cicadas, cover sidewalks, tree branches, and roofs across certain areas of the United States. The loud throb of their alien-sounding high-pitched screeches fills the air."

Look at the underlined sentence. What does the author's word choice suggest about the sound that cicadas made?

• It is so fascinating that everyone should hear it.

• The sound is breathtakingly rhythmic and musical.

• The noise is both awful and annoying.

• The screeches are dangerous enough to lead to hearing loss.