Positive and Negative Connotations

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What is a connotation?

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A connotation is the emotional or cultural association that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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

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A word with a positive connotation evokes a favorable or pleasant feeling.

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

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A word with a negative connotation evokes an unfavorable or unpleasant feeling.

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Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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'Thrifty' is an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Cheap' is an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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What is the connotation of the word 'unique'?

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The word 'unique' has a positive connotation, suggesting something special or one-of-a-kind.

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What is the connotation of the word 'weird'?

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The word 'weird' has a negative connotation, suggesting something strange or abnormal.

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How does the word 'conversational' differ from 'chatty' in terms of connotation?

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'Conversational' has a positive connotation, while 'chatty' has a negative connotation.

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What is the connotation of the word 'petite'?

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The word 'petite' has a positive connotation, often used to describe someone small in a charming way.

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What is the connotation of the word 'small'?

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The word 'small' can have a negative connotation, suggesting insignificance or lack of importance.

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