Connotation/Denotation - Word Choice

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What is denotation?

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The literal or primary meaning of a word, as opposed to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

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What is connotation?

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The emotional or cultural association that a word carries, in addition to its literal meaning.

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When you look up a word in the dictionary, what do you find?

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The denotation of the word.

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What does the word 'shack' imply in a negative context?

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It suggests a small, poorly built house, often associated with poverty.

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What does 'snickered' imply about Horace's reaction?

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It suggests a quiet, suppressed laugh, indicating he found the joke funny but was trying to hide it.

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What does the term 'confident' mean in the context of Teddy's character?

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It means he believes in his abilities without boasting about them.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning, while connotation includes the emotional or cultural associations.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'Home' - suggests warmth, safety, and comfort.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Cheap' - suggests low quality or inferiority.

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

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'House' - simply refers to a building where people live, without emotional implications.