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Denotation and Connotation

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1 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)

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

3 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

4 Denotation & Connotation
Home Thin Frugal Dislike Assertive Bright

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


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