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Denotation and Connotation 1.1 10th Grade A

The document explains the concepts of denotation and connotation, highlighting the difference between a word's literal meaning and the feelings or ideas associated with it. It provides exercises for identifying and rewriting words based on their connotative meanings, as well as activities for practicing the use of positive connotations. Additionally, it includes tasks for ordering words by connotation and using the word 'eccentric' in different contexts.

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Denotation and Connotation 1.1 10th Grade A

The document explains the concepts of denotation and connotation, highlighting the difference between a word's literal meaning and the feelings or ideas associated with it. It provides exercises for identifying and rewriting words based on their connotative meanings, as well as activities for practicing the use of positive connotations. Additionally, it includes tasks for ordering words by connotation and using the word 'eccentric' in different contexts.

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RETEACH

Name: Date:

DENOTATION AND CONNOTATION

The connotation of a word refers to the ideas or feelings associated with it.
Connotation can be described as either positive or negative. For example, the
sentence “This candy bar is very sweet” carries a positive connotation because
“sweet” things are considered delicious. However, the sentence “This candy bar is
very sugary” carries a negative connotation because things with a lot of sugar are
considered bad for our health. While “sweet” and “sugary” are similar in
definition, the feelings associated with them are different.
The denotation of a word is the “dictionary definition” of the word. The
denotative meaning of “sweet” and “sugary” is the same because the literal
meaning of each word is “containing sugar.”

A. DIRECTIONS: In each of the following items, think about the connotative meaning
of the italicized word and label it as either positive or negative. Then, rewrite the
sentence by replacing the italicized word with a word carrying the opposite
connotation.
1. Caroline always nags her parents for an increase in her allowance.

2. People who are imaginative may enjoy taking a creative writing class.

3. The fans cheered rambunctiously during the soccer game.

4. The sun setting on the horizon created a dazzling display.

B. DIRECTIONS: Replace the italicized denotative meaning in each sentence with the
appropriate word from the box.
1. Deborah has the best gossip because she is (interested in other people’s
business).
2. The cabin we rented for the weekend is so (pleasing to the senses), I graceful
never want to leave. nosy
beautiful
3. Pierre leaves his shoes outside because they’re very (unpleasant to
stinky
smell).
4. The ballerinas are so (able to move with beauty and elegance)! They look like
floating pink clouds!

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PRACTICE

Name: Date:

DENOTATION AND CONNOTATION

A. DIRECTIONS: Complete each sentence with the word in parentheses that carries a
positive connotative meaning. Then, rewrite the sentence and replace the word with
its denotative meaning.
1. Paul was very (sly/conniving) when he distracted us all at the table and
grabbed the last onion ring.

2. My parents are so (economical/cheap), they cut the legs off of my winter jeans
to make shorts for the summer.

3. While we were on vacation, I (spent/squandered) my savings on a beautiful


starfish necklace.

B. DIRECTIONS: Read each group of words below and think about their connotations.
Then, list the words in order from most negative to most positive connotation.
1. overjoyed content cheerful

2. innocent naïve childish

3. abnormal different outlandish

C. DIRECTIONS: The connotation of a word can change based on the context in which
it is used. Below, write two sentences using the word eccentric. Be sure to change
the connotation of the word between sentences.

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