Connotation and Denotation

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What is connotation?

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Connotation implies or suggests a meaning of a word.

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Referring to someone's house as a 'shack' would have a __________ connotation.

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negative

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What is denotation?

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Direct meaning of a word or dictionary meaning.

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This refers to the writer’s use of vivid and descriptive language that appeal to the senses in order to add depth to his/her work.

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Imagery

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Which of the following is an example of forced connotation in 1984?

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Ignorance is Strength

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Connotation refers to the implied meaning of a word, while denotation is the literal dictionary meaning.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'Youthful' has a positive connotation.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Stubborn' has a negative connotation.

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What is an example of a neutral word?

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'Chair' is a neutral word.

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How can context affect connotation?

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Context can change the implied meaning of a word based on the situation in which it is used.