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Connotation and Denotation

Definition. Denotation the dictionary definition of a wordConnotation the emotional associations of a word. For example: slender/skinnyBoth words above mean thin" or trim"However, slender has a positive connotationSkinny has a negative connotation. Words can have neutral, positive or ne

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Connotation and Denotation

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    1. Connotation and Denotation Notes for Ms. LaMagnas 8th Grade English Class

    2. Definition Denotation the dictionary definition of a word Connotation the emotional associations of a word

    3. For example: slender/skinny Both words above mean thin or trim However, slender has a positive connotation Skinny has a negative connotation Words can have neutral, positive or negative connotations:

    4. Another Example A stubborn person can be described as being: Strong willed (positive connotation) Pig-headed (negative connotation)

    5. As Seen in Advertising: Both of the following sentences mean the same thing, but advertisers prefer to use the second sentence because it has fewer negative connotations: All of the cars we have for sale are used. All of the cars we have for sale are previously owned.

    6. Denotation: Where a person lives at any given time. Connotation: Home: cozy, loving, comfortable House: the actual building or structure Residence: cold, no feeling Dwelling: primitive or basic surroundings Which is most positive?? Home, house, residence and dwelling all have the same denotation, but the connotation of each word is very different.

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