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Denotation and Connotation Juliet: "What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet." Romeo and Juliet (II, ii, 1-2)

Denotation The dictionary meaning of a word. The literal meaning of a word. Home: Where a person lives at any given time. home, house, residence, dwelling

Connotation The emotional or cultural meaning attached to a word. Home: cozy, loving, comfortable House: the actual building or structure Residence: cold, no feeling Dwelling: primitive or basic surroundings

Denotation & Connotation Home Thin Frugal Dislike Assertive Bright

Negative, Neutral, Positive Connotations – emotional, social, or cultural meaning attached to words Shack -- House -- Home