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This paper explores denotative and connotative meanings. Paper instructions: To complete this assignment, please respond to the four prompts below: 1. First, research the etymology (history) of the three words you have chosen and explain how they are different.(You can simply Google something like “Etymology of ‘puddle.’ ” )

Denotative and connotative meanings.

Choose three related words with different meanings and rhetorical impact. I choose the words : desire, lust, ambition. Please feel free to chat with me to discuss about other word choice you have. You could choose synonyms, like ask/question/interrogate, or you can choose category sets like puddle/pond/lake. Requirements – To complete this assignment, please respond to the four prompts below: 1. First, research the etymology (history) of the three words you have chosen and explain how they are different.(You can simply Google something like “Etymology of ‘puddle.’ ” )

Denotative and connotative meanings.

When did each of the three words first come into the English language? What language did they come from originally? What are some of the interesting definitions they have had? 2. Next, research the terms “denotative meaning” and “connotative meaning.” In your own words, what is the difference between the two? 3. Then, explore, in your own words, the different nuances in the words you have chosen. What do they mean literally and what kind of feeling do you get emotionally from the different words? (For instance, what is the difference between a house (literally,a building with 4 walls) and a home (emotionally, a place with family and love))?

Denotative and connotative meanings.

In other words, what is the difference between the denotative and connotative meanings of the three words you have chosen? Let your answer to this prompt be at least 200 words or more. 4. Finally, close your assignment with three sentences, each using one of the words and illustrating their differences. https://youtu.be/wqyS7AiHqLY

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