Connotation

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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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The word 'gathering' has a positive connotation.

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

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The word 'scrawny' has a negative connotation.

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If the word 'smell' is changed to 'stench', what happens to its connotation?

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The connotation becomes negative.

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How can synonyms differ in connotation?

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Synonyms can have different connotations, meaning they can evoke different feelings or associations despite having similar meanings.

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What is the importance of understanding connotation in language?

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Understanding connotation helps in interpreting the emotional tone and implied meanings in communication.

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Give an example of a word with a neutral connotation.

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The word 'vehicle' has a neutral connotation.

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What is the connotation of the word 'home'?

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The word 'home' typically has a positive connotation, suggesting comfort and safety.

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What is the connotation of the word 'prison'?

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The word 'prison' usually has a negative connotation, implying confinement and punishment.