Connotation and Denotation Symbol: Something that has meaning on its own but can stand for something else.

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Connotation and Denotation Symbol: Something that has meaning on its own but can stand for something else.

Connotation:  The emotional meaning and connections a word carries.  What does the word make you think about?  In what kinds of situations do you use the word? This is connotation!

Denotation:  The literal definition of the word lacking any emotional connections  Think “dictionary” definition This is denotation!

SO WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?  Think of a birthday cake:  Denotation: a pastry made of flour and sugar baked at 350 degrees…  Connotation: parties, little kids, happiness, family gatherings

Connotations are: A. Private or personal – based on personal experiences. B. Group/cultural/generation – based on group/ culture’s experiences. C. General/universal – held by most or all people.

CONSIDER the differences  Odor vs. fragrance  A smart man vs. a wise guy  Aged vs. old  Brainy vs intelligent

Which would you rather be called?  Spoiled or indulged?  Weird or eccentric?  Intelligent or brainy?

HINT:  C onsider synonyms for the word/phrase in question to decide if the word/phrase used has a positive or negative connotation or what degree of intensity it has.

CONNOTATION is generally classified as positive or negative at first.  From there, decide what kind of positive or negative emotion or sensation or situation is suggested.