Connotation Practice

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural association that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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What is a positive connotation?

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A positive connotation is an association that evokes a favorable or uplifting feeling about a word.

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What is a negative connotation?

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A negative connotation is an association that evokes an unfavorable or unpleasant feeling about a word.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'Assertive' is a word with a positive connotation, suggesting confidence without being aggressive.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Cheap' is a word with a negative connotation, implying low quality.

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What does it mean if a word is described as 'pushy'?

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'Pushy' can have a negative connotation, suggesting someone is overly aggressive in promoting their ideas.

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What does it mean if someone feels 'obliged'?

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Feeling 'obliged' can have a negative connotation, suggesting a sense of duty rather than willingness.

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What is the difference between 'inexpensive' and 'cheap'?

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'Inexpensive' has a neutral or positive connotation, while 'cheap' often implies poor quality.

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How can context change the connotation of a word?

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The context in which a word is used can influence whether it is perceived positively or negatively.

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What is an example of a word with a neutral connotation?

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'Furniture' is an example of a word with a neutral connotation, as it does not evoke strong feelings.