Language that we use in everyday speech, casual and relaxed

Language that is free of slang, idioms, colloquialisms, and contractions; often contains polysyllabic words and sophisticated syntax; used in professional meetings, speeches, academic writings, and so forth.

Which term refers to the feelings that a word evokes - positive, negative, or neutral?

The dictionary definition of a word

Which word carries a more positive connotation?

We saw ________ fauna and flora on our walk through the forest.

Choose the word which would convey the greatest emotional intensity.

I was _________ when my best friend came back to visit after moving away.

Informal language that is ever-changing, and often particular to a certain group, used to create identity and community around a group with something in common (Region, generation, Gender) and exclude outsiders.

Language that describes physical qualities or conditions

Words mean exactly what they say

Which is correct?

The word "lit" is an example of

words that express ideas or concepts: love, time, truth

What is tone?

exaggeration for emphasis or for rhetorical effect.

In an text message to your mom you would likely be...

In an essay for a College Professor you would likely be...

In a text message to your best friend you would likely be...

"Benchmark" is an example of...

The strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotion, attitude, or color.

What does it mean when a word has neither a positive or negative connection?