Connotation and Denotation

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.

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What is connotation?

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

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Example: 'Youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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Example: 'Childish' has a negative connotation, suggesting immaturity.

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What is the connotation of the word 'home'?

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The connotation of 'home' includes feelings of comfort, safety, and belonging.

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What is the denotation of the word 'home'?

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The denotation of 'home' is a place where one lives.

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Which word has a more positive connotation: 'frugal' or 'cheap'?

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'Frugal' has a more positive connotation than 'cheap'.

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Which word has a more negative connotation: 'slim' or 'skinny'?

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'Skinny' has a more negative connotation than 'slim'.

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

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A neutral connotation means the word does not evoke strong positive or negative feelings.

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Identify the connotation: 'stingy' vs 'thrifty'.

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'Thrifty' has a positive connotation, while 'stingy' has a negative connotation.