Connotation and Denotation L.19

What is the definition of denotation?

• the feelings or ideas a word suggests

• the actual dictionary definition of a word

• a word that is a symbol of the opposite word

• words that have the same meanings

What is the definition of connotation?

• the feelings or ideas a word suggests

• the actual dictionary definition of a word

• a word that is a symbol of the opposite word

• words that have the same meanings

Is the underlined word used denotatively or connotatively? "That girl is immature and impossible to be around because she is always goofing around and is a huge disruption in class."

• denotatively

• connotatively

• both

Which of the following words has the most positive connotation?

• dwelling

• house

• home

• residence

Which of the following words has the most negative connotation?

• cheap

• frugal

• thrifty

Which of the following has the most positive connotation?

• plain

• dull

• ugly

• unattractive

Which word has the most neutral connotation?

• assertive

• pushy

• aggressive

What is a negative connotation for funny?

• absurd

• uncommon

• comical

• amusing

What would a negative connotation for the word "quick" be?

• prompt

• rapid

• hasty

• responsive

What is a neutral connotation for small?

• short

• paltry

• insignificant

• trivial