A: The meaning that is not obvious or stated.
The connotation of a word refers to the emotions, associations, or nuances that a word carries beyond its literal definition (denotation).
The connotation of a word is
A: The meaning that is not obvious or stated
B: the literal meaning of the word
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The denotation of a word is
A: The meaning that is not obvious or stated
B: the literal meaning of the word
A: The meaning that is not obvious or stated
B: the literal meaning of the word
B: the literal meaning of the word.
The denotation of a word is its explicit, dictionary definition, without any emotional or associative meanings.
Which word has a negative connotation
A: discounted
B: sale
C: inexpensive
D: cheap
A: discounted
B: sale
C: inexpensive
D: cheap
D: cheap
"Cheap" often carries a negative connotation, implying poor quality or inferiority, whereas the other options generally do not have that negative association.
Which word has a positive connotation
A: arrogant
B: confident
C: superior
D: cocky
A: arrogant
B: confident
C: superior
D: cocky
B: confident
"Confident" has a positive connotation, suggesting self-assurance and poise. In contrast, "arrogant," "superior," and "cocky" tend to have negative connotations, implying an overbearing or inflated sense of self-worth.
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