Denotation/ Connotation review

A word's denotation is

• the emotion associated with the word

• The dictionary definition of the word

• Its correct spelling

• Its incorrect spellin

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

A word's connotation is

• its correct pronunciation

• its translation into a foreign language

• its dictionary definition

• the feelings or emotions associated the word

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

After opening Jim's gym bag, a powerful stink filled the laundry room.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The energetic children frolicked all day on the beach.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Casey was such a dynamic leader; she easily won class president .

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The teacher's request to pass all papers to the front of the room was followed immediately.

• Positive Connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Sam's daring plan to triple the profits of the school fundraiser was met with enthusiasm.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

TJ spent his money judiciously while saving a portion for a "rainy day."

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Stan 's reckless plan to cross the railroad tracks to save time nearly cost him his life.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4