Connotation and Denotation

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What is the definition of denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or dictionary definition of a word.

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What is the definition of connotation?

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Connotation is the emotional or cultural meaning associated with a word, beyond its literal definition.

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What does a positive connotation imply?

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A positive connotation implies a favorable or pleasant association with a word.

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What does a negative connotation imply?

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A negative connotation implies an unfavorable or unpleasant association with a word.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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The word 'snake' can have a negative connotation when used to describe a person.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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The word 'assertive' has a positive connotation compared to 'bossy'.

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What is the connotation of the word 'abandon'?

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The word 'abandon' has a negative connotation, suggesting neglect or desertion.

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What is the connotation of the word 'depart'?

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The word 'depart' has a neutral connotation, simply indicating leaving.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Denotation refers to the literal meaning of a word, while connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations of that word.

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Which word has a more positive connotation: 'childish' or 'youthful'?

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'Youthful' has a more positive connotation than 'childish'.