Connotation

A word’s denotation is its dictionary definition. But a word can also evoke certain thoughts and feelings. The thoughts and feelings associated with a certain word are called the connotation of the word. Words with the same denotation can have different connotations. Connotations can be positive, negative or neutral.
Which of the following has a positive connotation?

• A strong reek 

• A strong aroma 

Which of the following has a negative connotation?

• pushy leader

• charismatic leader

Which of the following has a positive connotation? 

• Squandered his time 

• Invested his time 

Select the word with a positive connotation

• Confident

• Conceited

Choose the word with the positive connotation.

• immature

• youthful

Select the word with a positive connotation

• Hard-working

• Workaholic

Which of the following has a negative connotation? 

• Energetic dogs 

• Rambunctious dogs 

Which of the following has a positive connotation?

• Spoke with arrogance 

• Spoke with confidence 

Which word has the more negative connotation?

• Egghead 

• Smart

Which word has the more positive connotation?

• Assertive 

• Aggressive