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Mastering Word Connotations to Enhance Communication

Learn how connotation vs. denotation and word choices impact communication. Explore positive and negative connotations to choose words wisely. Discover the power of language to convey different meanings effectively.

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Mastering Word Connotations to Enhance Communication

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  1. Connotation vs. Denotation Being Mindful of Your Word Choices

  2. Different Types of “Meanings”

  3. Rank each group of words from most positive to most negative:

  4. Notice how the different words carry different connotations!

  5. These words have positive connotations. Can you think of negatively “charged” synonyms?

  6. These words have negative connotations. Can you think of positively “charged” synonyms?

  7. Which connotation is more positive?

  8. Which connotation is more negative?

  9. Which is the best answer?

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