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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?
What is the difference between connotation and denotation?
- Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations of a word, while denotation refers to the literal meaning of a word. (correct)
- Connotation and denotation both refer to the literal meaning of a word.
- Connotation and denotation are two different words for the same concept.
- Connotation refers to the literal meaning of a word, while denotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations of a word.
Which one of the following is an example of connotation?
Which one of the following is an example of connotation?
- The word 'car' is a mode of transportation.
- The word 'home' evokes feelings of comfort and security. (correct)
- The word 'cat' refers to a small domesticated animal.
- The word 'house' refers to a building where people live.
Which one of the following is an example of denotation?
Which one of the following is an example of denotation?
- The word 'book' refers to a written or printed work. (correct)
- The word 'happy' evokes feelings of joy and contentment.
- The word 'dog' refers to a small domesticated animal.
- The word 'fast' means moving quickly.
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Connotation vs. Denotation
- Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word or phrase evokes, beyond its literal meaning.
- Denotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word or phrase.
Examples
- Connotation example: The word "home" can evoke feelings of warmth, comfort, and security, which is a connotation beyond its literal meaning of a physical dwelling.
- Denotation example: The word "dog" literally refers to a specific domesticated animal, without any emotional or cultural associations.
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