Meanings of Words
Denotation
(Semantic Meaning) expresses the relationship between a language event (speaking or writing) and a non-language event (feeling object or idea)
informative language
have a truth value, meaning that the sentences are either true or false
which word has a more negative connotation?
Cheap or stingy
Stingy
You are excited about something. what might this mean?
positive thinking
Connotation
(Perceptual Meaning) expresses the relationship between a language event and what the individual "hears" or gathers when the word is spoken
expressive language
conveys attitude and feelings. used to produce an emotional reaction from the listener or reader
which word has a more positive connotation?
childish or youthful
youthful
True of False. Positive thinking means ignoring problems.
False
Syntactic meaning
the relation to other words in a sentence.
3 relationships among words:
1) content: word that express the major message
2) description: words that elaborate or modify the major message
3) connection: words that join the major messsage
directive language
used to guide or influence actions, such as a command or request.
which word has a more positive connotation?
Inquisitive or Nosy
Inquisitive
Anxiety
Stress
Low confidence
Pragmatic Meaning
involves who is speaking and the situation in which the words are spoken. the correct interpretation or meaning of the sentence depends on what is actually taking place in the situation.
ceremonial language
used for formal circumstances.
Which word has a more negative connotation?
Thin or Scrawny
Scrawny
True or False. Negative thinking can affect physical health.
True
What does the tone of a message mean?
The authors attitude towards a subject.
what is a mood?
the feeling a reader experiences
Which word has a more positive connotation?
Antique or Decrepit
Antique
Name one benefit of positive thinking
Better Health
Lower Stress
Motivation