Connotation and Denotation - Worksheet 1
Words can have positive, negative, or neutral connotations. Identify the connotation of each word.
Word Bank
one of a kind. 'Unique' sounds special, while 'weird' sounds strange
thin body type. 'Slim' sounds healthy, while 'skinny' can sound unhealthy
speaking up for oneself. 'Assertive' sounds confident, while 'pushy' sounds aggressive
self-assured. 'Confident' is positive, while 'arrogant' suggests too much pride
from an earlier time. 'Vintage' sounds classic, while 'old-fashioned' sounds outdated
wanting to know more. 'Curious' sounds interested, while 'nosy' sounds intrusive
careful with money. 'Thrifty' sounds wise, while 'cheap' sounds negative
not giving up. 'Determined' sounds admirable, while 'stubborn' sounds difficult
What connotation does the word "unique" have?
Which word has a more positive connotation?
What is the denotation (literal meaning) of "assertive"?
What connotation does the word "confident" have?
Which word has a more positive connotation?
What is the denotation (literal meaning) of "curious"?
What connotation does the word "thrifty" have?
Which word has a more positive connotation?