Connotation
What is the definition of connotation?
a connection; a feeling you connect with a word
What is the definition of DENOTATION?
Dictionary definition.
Is the following word a connotative or denotative use?
Bodie looked at the ground and saw a SNAKE, so he jumped up in fright.
Denotative
Which of the following words is more POSITIVE?
Talkative Vs. Chatty
Talkative
Which of the following words is more NEGATIVE?
Assertive Vs. Pushy
Pushy
What is the connotative meaning of BLUE?
Dark, gloomy, depressing, sad
What is the denotative meaning of BLUE?
a primary color; (you can point to it)
The aged house possesses charm.
Connotation: This indicates that the house is distinctive and has a history, rather than merely being old or dilapidated.
Which of the following words is more POSITIVE?
Interested Vs. Nosy
Interested
Which of the following words is more NEGATIVE?
Clever Vs. Crafty
Crafty
What is a connotative meaning of BASIC?
Someone (or something) that is very mainstream, not unique; neutral
What is the denotative meaning of GRAY?
A color between black and white.
Braylin rolled her eyes and whispered "SNAKE!" as she responded to the insensitive text message.
Connotation: This phrase can imply that "snake" is referring to someone who seems to be deceptive or dangerous.
Which of the following words is more POSITIVE?
Immature Vs. Innocent
Innocent
Which of the following words is more NEGATIVE?
Intense Vs. Passionate
Intense
What is the connotative meaning of SHARP?
nicely dressed; smart or intellingent.
What is the denotative meaning of SHARP?
Having an edge or point that can pierce through or cut something.
He's just a little under the weather.
Connotation: This phrase suggests that he is feeling mildly ill, but it carries a softer, more caring tone than simply saying he is sick.
Which of the following words is more POSITIVE?
Exceptional Vs. Strange
Which of the following words is more NEGATIVE?
Determined Vs. Stubborn
Stubborn
What is the connotative meaning of SALTY?
Feeling upset/angry.
What is the denotative meaning of SALTY?
Tasting like salt; having a lot of salt; savory
She's a real piece of work.
This phrase can imply that she is difficulty or complicated, often with a negative undertone, rather than just being a person who creates things.
Which of the following words is more POSITIVE?
Mature Vs. Old
Mature
Which of the following words is more NEGATIVE?
Energetic Vs. Hyperactive
Hyperactive