Question

3. What’s the difference between a word’s connotation and a denotation? Give an example of each in your response.

Answer 1

The denotation of a word refers to its literal or dictionary definition, while the connotation of a word refers to the emotional or cultural associations that come with it.

Example of denotation: The denotation of the word "snake" is a long, legless reptile that slithers on the ground.

Example of connotation: The connotation of the word "snake" might include negative associations such as deceitfulness or danger, due to the way snakes are often portrayed in literature and media.