Denotations and Connotations

After opening Jim's gym bag, a powerful stink filled the laundry room.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

The energetic children frolicked all day on the beach.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

The teacher's request to pass all papers to the front of the room was followed immediately.

• Positive Connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Sam's daring plan to triple the profits of the school fundraiser was met with enthusiasm.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

The aroma of Jill's new perfume reminded me of lilacs and vanilla.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

TJ spent his money judiciously while saving a portion for a "rainy day."

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Stan 's reckless plan to cross the railroad tracks to save time nearly cost him his life.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

The child demanded all his friends bring only Pokemon toys as gifts to his birthday celebration.

• Positive Connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Casey was such a dynamic leader; she easily won class president .

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Which Is Connotation?

• The literal meaning of a word.

• What you feel like the meaning is with feelings and emotions.