Connotation and Denotation

What is the difference between denotations and connotations?

• Denotations are the simple dictionary definition of a word, while connotations carry feelings of a word

• Denotations are feelings, connotations aren't

• Connotations are words that end in vowels, denotations are words that describe verbs.

• Denotations and connotations are the same exact thing.

A word's connotation is

• its correct pronunciation

• its translation into a foreign language

• its dictionary definition

• the feelings or emotions associated the word

What is a denotation?

• The dictionary definition of a word

• The feeling a word gives to a reader

• a book signed by an author (like an autograph)

• An introvert with many friends

Which sentence is the denotation of the word "fuzzy"?

• Fuzzy is a word that often makes people feel warm inside.

• Fuzzy gives the reader a nice, warm feeling.

• Fuzzy is a happy word.

• Fuzzy is a soft/fluffy texture, mainly on animals or rugs.

Have you learned or heard about the words connotation and denotation?

• Yes!

• No!

• A little bit!

Which word carries a negative connotation in this sentence?

• Mother

• Assuming

• Refrains

• Fraternizing

• Accomplished

What word gives a NEGATIVE connotation?

• nasty

• exciting

• carefree

• bashful

What word gives a POSITIVE connotation?

• screeching

• tearing

• vibrant

• gory

A word's denotation is

• the emotion associated with the word

• The dictionary definition of the word

• Its correct spelling

• Its incorrect spellin

After opening Jim's gym bag, a powerful stink filled the laundry room.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation