Connotation & Denotation

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What is connotation?

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The attitude or emotion a word makes you feel.

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What is denotation?

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The literal meaning of a word.

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What is a positive connotation of 'childish'?

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Playful.

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What is a negative connotation of 'childish'?

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Immature.

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What is a positive connotation of 'slim'?

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Fit.

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What is a negative connotation of 'slim'?

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Scrawny.

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Why is understanding connotation important for writers?

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To establish the correct feeling in their writing.

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What is an example of a word with both positive and negative connotations?

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'Cheap' can mean inexpensive (positive) or of poor quality (negative).

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What is a negative connotation of 'inquire'?

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Probe.

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What is a positive connotation of 'old'?

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Mature.