Connotation & 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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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

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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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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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

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The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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

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The word 'childish' has a negative connotation, implying immaturity.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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How does context affect connotation?

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

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What is the connotation of the word 'home'?

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The word 'home' often connotes warmth, safety, and comfort.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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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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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

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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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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is the connotation of the word 'cheap'?

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The word 'cheap' has a negative connotation, suggesting low quality.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is the connotation of the word 'inexpensive'?

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The word 'inexpensive' has a neutral or positive connotation, suggesting affordability without implying low quality.

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4