Connotation & Denotation

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What is the meaning of denotation?

Back

The official meaning of a word.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Front

What is connotation?

Back

The implied or suggested meaning of a word, which can carry positive or negative associations.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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Which word has a positive connotation: 'slim' or 'skinny'?

Back

'Slim' has a positive connotation.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is an example of a word with a negative connotation?

Back

'Cheap' can have a negative connotation, implying low quality.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What does the term 'neutral connotation' mean?

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A word that does not evoke strong positive or negative feelings.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

How can context influence the connotation of a word?

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Context can change how a word is perceived, affecting whether it is seen as positive, negative, or neutral.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is an example of a positive connotation?

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'Energetic' suggests enthusiasm and vigor.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is an example of denotation?

Back

'Dreamer' refers to a person who dreams or has dreams.

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'thrifty'?

Back

'Thrifty' has a positive connotation, suggesting carefulness with money.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

How can you determine the connotation of a word in a sentence?

Back

Look for context clues that indicate whether the word is used positively or negatively.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4