Connotation and Denotation

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural association that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Example: 'Youthful' has a positive connotation.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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Example: 'Childish' has a negative connotation.

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What does it mean if a word has a neutral connotation?

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It means the word does not evoke strong emotional responses, e.g., 'Chair'.

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Which word has a more positive connotation: 'Slim' or 'Skinny'?

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'Slim' has a more positive connotation than 'Skinny'.

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What is the connotation of the word 'Home'?

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The connotation of 'Home' often includes warmth, safety, and comfort.

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What is the connotation of the word 'Prison'?

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The connotation of 'Prison' often includes punishment, confinement, and negativity.

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How can context affect the connotation of a word?

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Context can change how a word is perceived, e.g., 'cheap' can be negative or positive depending on context.

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

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'A box crammed with documents' has a negative connotation.