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Connotations

Description

Connotations refer to the emotional, cultural, or societal associations that are attached to a particular word or phrase beyond its literal meaning. They can influence how a word is perceived and bring additional layers of meaning to communication.

Senses and Usages

1. Multiple Meanings: Connotations can vary depending on the context and the individual's background or experiences.
2. Positive and Negative: Words often have both positive and negative connotations associated with them.
3. Social and Cultural: Connotations can be influenced by societal or cultural norms and can evolve over time.

Sample Sentences

• Her choice of words carried strong negative connotations.
• The political speech had connotations of division and hostility.
• The brand name has positive connotations of quality and reliability.
• In literature, colors can have symbolic connotations.
• Using certain slang terms can have unintended connotations.

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