Connotation and Denotation

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What is connotation?

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

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word.

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

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'Youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

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

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'Childish' has a negative connotation, implying immaturity.

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How can context clues help determine connotation?

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Context clues are words or phrases surrounding a word that provide hints about its emotional tone.

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What does it mean if a word has a neutral connotation?

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A neutral connotation means the word does not evoke strong positive or negative feelings.

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Choose the word with a positive connotation: 'frugal' or 'cheap'?

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'Frugal' has a positive connotation, while 'cheap' has a negative connotation.

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What is the connotation of the word 'slim'?

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'Slim' generally has a positive connotation, suggesting attractiveness.

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What is the connotation of the word 'skinny'?

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'Skinny' often has a negative connotation, implying unhealthiness.

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Why is understanding connotation important in writing?

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Understanding connotation helps writers choose words that convey the intended tone and emotion.