Word Meaning

A meaning that is implied.

Select a synonym for "denotation"

A person, place, object, or action that stands for something else.

Since I dyed my hair pink, my pesky brother says I'm _______.

Our annoying neighbors watch every move we make. They're so ________.

Words and phrases that appeal to the five senses.

What is the definition of "snake"?

Clues used to figure out the intended meaning of multiple-meaning words

A comparison between two things using the words "like" or "as"

The following picture is a symbol for what?

Which pair of synonyms has a positive connotation?

Afraid he would get in trouble in class, Homer made sure he only ______ at his friend's joke.

Which pair of synonyms has a positive connotation?

An extreme exaggeration of an idea to create a humorous effect or express a strong concern.

A comparison of two things without using "like" or "as"

Which pair of synonyms has a positive connotation?

Which pair of synonyms has a negative connotation?

A factual way to use a word is its:

An exact meaning of a word as found in a dictionary.

A word that sounds like what it describes.

A meaning that reveals a person's feelings

A word that is used in a specific subject area

The term "rugrat" is a denotative or connotative definition for the term "child"?

A meaning that goes above and beyond to create a special effect.

Words that have opposite denotations are called:

The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

The following image is a symbol for what?

The sight of green beans make Ava gag. She ______ them.

An animal or object that is being described as if it had human qualities.