U6W2 Denotation/Connotation

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.

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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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Give 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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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Childish' has a negative connotation, suggesting immaturity.

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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 emotional responses, such as 'book'.

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How can context clues help determine connotation?

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Context clues are hints in the surrounding text that help readers infer the connotation of a word.

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What is the connotation of the word 'skinny'?

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The word 'skinny' has a negative connotation, suggesting an unhealthy thinness.

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What is the connotation of the word 'slim'?

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The word 'slim' has a positive connotation, suggesting a healthy and attractive thinness.

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What is an example of a word that can have both positive and negative connotations?

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The word 'assertive' can have a positive connotation (confident) or a negative connotation (aggressive) depending on context.

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What is the connotation of the phrase 'a stingy person'?

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The phrase 'a stingy person' has a negative connotation, implying someone who is unwilling to share or spend.