Connotation and Denotation

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The denotation is the literal meaning of a word.

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literal

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Denotation

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The direct meaning of a word or its dictionary meaning.

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Why is 'mob' a negative word?

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It has a negative connotation.

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self-confident--arrogant

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self-confident

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Which connotation is more negative?
We bought _____ souvenirs at the amusement park. Options: cheap, inexpensive.

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cheap

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Connotation

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Connotation implies or suggests the meaning of a word.

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The denotation is the literal meaning of a word.

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literal

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Which word has a neutral connotation? Options: Mansion, Residence, Shack

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Residence

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Which word relates to our personal connections with words and can be discussed in terms of positive, negative, or neutral?

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connotation

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McDonald's is an inexpensive meal. If you change the word "inexpensive" to "cheap", the word now has a ____ connotation.

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negative