Word Relationships 1st Hr.

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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 'negative connotation' mean?

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A negative connotation refers to a word that has a bad or undesirable association, which can affect how it is perceived.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is the connotation of the word 'frugal'?

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The word 'frugal' generally has a positive connotation, suggesting carefulness with money.

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What is the connotation of the word 'tight-fisted'?

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The word 'tight-fisted' has a negative connotation, implying stinginess or unwillingness to spend.

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What is the connotation of the word 'obese'?

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The word 'obese' has a negative connotation, often associated with health issues and societal stigma.

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What does 'sincere' mean?

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'Sincere' means being genuine, honest, and free from deceit.

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What is the antonym of 'vivid'?

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The antonym of 'vivid' is 'dull', which means lacking brightness or interest.

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What does 'assertive' mean?

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'Assertive' means having or showing a confident and forceful personality.