Connotation 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 or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'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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'Childish' has a negative connotation, implying immaturity.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Connotation is the emotional meaning of a word, while denotation is its literal meaning.

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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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Which word has a more negative connotation: 'cheap' or 'inexpensive'?

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'Cheap' has a more negative connotation than 'inexpensive'.

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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 feelings, either positive or negative.

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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, making it seem more positive or negative depending on the situation.

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What is an example of a sentence with a positive connotation?

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'She is a thrifty shopper.' (implies being smart with money)