1. What Do you Really Mean?
Anticipatory Set

2. Standard
ELAGSE8RL4
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone,

3. What is Connotative Meaning?
Connotative meaning refers to a meaning that is implied, not exactly the dictionary definition, or denotative meaning.
For example: “Ugh…he is such a dog!”

4. What is Connotative Meaning?
A dove implies peace or gentility.
Home suggests family, comfort and security.
Politician has a negative connotation of wickedness and insincerity while statesperson connotes sincerity.
Pushy refers to someone loud-mouthed and irritating.
Mom and Dad when used in place of mother and father connote loving parents.

5. Negative Versus Positive Meaning
Some words may have a positive or negative connotative meaning. Our society, cultures or personal experiences can create specific meanings that are good or bad.
POSTIVE NEGATIVE
Youthful
Disabled
Leadership Qualities
Childish
Crippled
Bossy

6. Negative or Positive Connotation
Work in Groups
Look at the group of words on next slide and categorize them as POSITIVE or NEGATIVE.
Write answers on Connotation Chart

7. Negative or Positive Connotation
obsessive
reserved
mushy
curious
bold
timid
cheap
hyperactive
smug
sentimental
strong-willed
withdrawn
brash
scrawny
frugal
stylish
cowardly
stubborn
nosey
energetic
thin
self-confident
faddish
fervent