Connotation &

Denotation

DenotationDefinition– the dictionary definition of a word

Connotation

Definition–the feelings/associations a word or phrase evokes (brings out)

The feelings/associations can be: Positive, Negative or Neutral

Denotation & ConnotationDENOTATION

Road=a long, narrow stretch with a smoothed or paved surface, made for traveling by motor vehicle, carriage, etc., between two or more points (dictionary.com)

CONNOTATIONpositive examples: boulevard, avenue, freewayneutral examples: road, route negative examples: alley, dirt road, trail

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Self-confident

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Conceited

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Assertive

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Pushy

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Stubborn

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Firm

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Workaholic

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Hard-working

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Flexible

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Indecisive

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Casual

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Sloppy

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Old

Positive—grab your ear Negative—arm across body

Mature