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Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Choosing the Right Words Diction and Connotations: Choosing t h e Ri g ht W ords Di c tion and Connotations Sharon Elin / CCPS Online revised 2012PowerPoint Presentation: Think of words as superheroes.PowerPoint Presentation: They appear ordinary most of the time, but they have hidden powers. Think of words as superheroes.What is Diction?: What is Diction ?What is Diction?: What is Diction ? The selection of the most precise words and phrases that express a message correctly, clearly, and effectively.Diction includes…: Diction includes…Diction includes…: Diction includes… GrammarDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar VocabularyDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar Vocabulary Sounds of wordsDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar Vocabulary Sounds of words Tones or attitudes of wordsDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar Vocabulary Sounds of words Tones or attitudes of words Meanings of wordsDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as …Diction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or PassiveDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or StandardDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or CasualDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or Casual Simple or ComplexDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or Casual Simple or Complex Abstract or ConcreteDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or Casual Simple or Complex Abstract or Concrete Connotative or DenotativeWhy is diction important?: Why is diction important?Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…”Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…” “While your language should be appropriate to the situation, that generally still leaves plenty of room for variety …”Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…” “While your language should be appropriate to the situation, that generally still leaves plenty of room for variety …” “Skillful writers mix words to administer a series of small but telling surprises ...”Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…” “While your language should be appropriate to the situation, that generally still leaves plenty of room for variety …” “Skillful writers mix words to administer a series of small but telling surprises ...” “Readers stay interested because they don't know exactly what's coming next .” ( Joe Glaser, Understanding Style: Practical Ways to Improve Your Writing . Oxford Univ. Press, 1999)Expand your vocabulary to improve your diction: Expand your vocabulary to improve your dictionJust as skilled artists need a palette of many colors, writers need a wide variety of words … : Just as skilled artists need a palette of many colors, writers need a wide variety of words …… and writers need to harness the power of certain words to influence readers in subtle, but powerful ways.: … and writers need to harness the power of certain words to influence readers in subtle, but powerful ways.Understanding the art of using connotations gives writers a persuasive edge.: Understanding the art of using connotations gives writers a persuasive edge.Connotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. DenotationConnotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. Denotation Denotation - The exact, literal meaning of a word Connotation - The unspoken, hidden meaning that gives a word more emotional impactConnotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. Denotation Denotation - The exact, literal meaning of a word “The family sat together in front of a warm fire.” The denotative or literal interpretation of warm = nearly hot (actual temperature)Connotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. Denotation Connotation - The unspoken, hidden meaning that gives a word more emotional impact “The family sat together in front of a warm fire.” The connotative or figurative interpretation of warm = comforting; friendly (mood/tone)PowerPoint Presentation: Connotations A connotation gives the reader or listener a distinct impres sion or feeling, calling on emotion rather than fact. Through their connotations, words set a tone and can reveal hidden opinions, attitudes, or judgments.PowerPoint Presentation: Connotations In the following examples, notice how synonyms have slightly different meanings, revealing a variety of connotations.PowerPoint Presentation: Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: She might be called informed . Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: She might be called confident . Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: She might be called conceited . Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: i nformed c onfident conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a neutral connotation and merely states a fact, without opinions or judgment?PowerPoint Presentation: informed Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a neutral connotation and merely states a fact, without opinions or judgment?PowerPoint Presentation: i nformed c onfident conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a positive connotation and could be considered a compliment?PowerPoint Presentation: confident Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a positive connotation and could be considered a compliment?PowerPoint Presentation: i nformed c onfident conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a negative connotation and could be taken as criticism?PowerPoint Presentation: conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a negative connotation and could be taken as criticism?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes comfort and security? Home, House, or Residence?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes comfort and security? Home, House, or Residence? HomePowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a formal or legal tone? Home, House, or Residence?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a formal or legal tone? Home, House, or Residence? ResidencePowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an impersonal structure? Home, House, or Residence?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an impersonal structure? Home, House, or Residence? HousePowerPoint Presentation: Which word has no connotation and simply denotes a neutral description? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word has no connotation and simply denotes a neutral description? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? ThinPowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a desirable or admirable trait? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a desirable or admirable trait? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? SlenderPowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an extreme insult implying weakness? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an extreme insult implying weakness? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? ScrawnyPowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a slight insult about being underweight? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a slight insult about being underweight? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? SkinnyPowerPoint Presentation: Connotations Try it on your own! Here are more examples showing how synonyms describing the same thing can have different meanings. The differences are subtle, yet the words have suggestive, persuasive powers that will influence readers.PowerPoint Presentation: lazy or relaxed? Which word has a connotation of criticism?PowerPoint Presentation: juicy or greasy? Which word has a tastier connotation?PowerPoint Presentation: victim or loser ? Which word has a more sympathetic connotation?Review… : Review…What does this definition refer to?: What does this definition refer to? The selection of the most precise words and phrases that express a message correctly, clearly, and effectively.What does this definition refer to?: What does this definition refer to? The selection of the most precise words and phrases that express a message correctly, clearly, and effectively. DictionRemember the difference?: Remember the difference? Denotation vs. ConnotationPowerPoint Presentation: Denotation - The exact, literal meaning of a word Connotation - The unspoken, hidden meaning that gives a word more emotional impactPay attention to your diction,: Pay a ttention to your diction, Choosing the best words:Pay attention to your diction,: Pay a ttention to your diction, Choosing the best words: g row your vocabulary,Pay attention to your diction,: Pay a ttention to your diction, Choosing the best words: g row your vocabulary, a nd u se the power of connotationsThanks for watching viewing examining considering analyzing exploring!: Thanks for watching viewing examining considering analyzing exploring! You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
Word Choice: Diction and Connotations sharon_elin Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 470 Category: Education License: Some Rights Reserved Like it (1) Dislike it (0) Added: December 22, 2010 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 2 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... By: dabigM (13 month(s) ago) Love it! :) Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Choosing the Right Words Diction and Connotations: Choosing t h e Ri g ht W ords Di c tion and Connotations Sharon Elin / CCPS Online revised 2012PowerPoint Presentation: Think of words as superheroes.PowerPoint Presentation: They appear ordinary most of the time, but they have hidden powers. Think of words as superheroes.What is Diction?: What is Diction ?What is Diction?: What is Diction ? The selection of the most precise words and phrases that express a message correctly, clearly, and effectively.Diction includes…: Diction includes…Diction includes…: Diction includes… GrammarDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar VocabularyDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar Vocabulary Sounds of wordsDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar Vocabulary Sounds of words Tones or attitudes of wordsDiction includes…: Diction includes… Grammar Vocabulary Sounds of words Tones or attitudes of words Meanings of wordsDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as …Diction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or PassiveDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or StandardDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or CasualDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or Casual Simple or ComplexDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or Casual Simple or Complex Abstract or ConcreteDiction includes making choices, such as …: Diction includes making choices, such as … Active or Passive Slang or Standard Formal or Casual Simple or Complex Abstract or Concrete Connotative or DenotativeWhy is diction important?: Why is diction important?Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…”Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…” “While your language should be appropriate to the situation, that generally still leaves plenty of room for variety …”Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…” “While your language should be appropriate to the situation, that generally still leaves plenty of room for variety …” “Skillful writers mix words to administer a series of small but telling surprises ...”Why is diction important?: Why is diction important? " Your diction , the exact words you choose and the settings in which you use them, means a great deal to the success of your writing…” “While your language should be appropriate to the situation, that generally still leaves plenty of room for variety …” “Skillful writers mix words to administer a series of small but telling surprises ...” “Readers stay interested because they don't know exactly what's coming next .” ( Joe Glaser, Understanding Style: Practical Ways to Improve Your Writing . Oxford Univ. Press, 1999)Expand your vocabulary to improve your diction: Expand your vocabulary to improve your dictionJust as skilled artists need a palette of many colors, writers need a wide variety of words … : Just as skilled artists need a palette of many colors, writers need a wide variety of words …… and writers need to harness the power of certain words to influence readers in subtle, but powerful ways.: … and writers need to harness the power of certain words to influence readers in subtle, but powerful ways.Understanding the art of using connotations gives writers a persuasive edge.: Understanding the art of using connotations gives writers a persuasive edge.Connotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. DenotationConnotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. Denotation Denotation - The exact, literal meaning of a word Connotation - The unspoken, hidden meaning that gives a word more emotional impactConnotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. Denotation Denotation - The exact, literal meaning of a word “The family sat together in front of a warm fire.” The denotative or literal interpretation of warm = nearly hot (actual temperature)Connotation vs. Denotation: Connotation vs. Denotation Connotation - The unspoken, hidden meaning that gives a word more emotional impact “The family sat together in front of a warm fire.” The connotative or figurative interpretation of warm = comforting; friendly (mood/tone)PowerPoint Presentation: Connotations A connotation gives the reader or listener a distinct impres sion or feeling, calling on emotion rather than fact. Through their connotations, words set a tone and can reveal hidden opinions, attitudes, or judgments.PowerPoint Presentation: Connotations In the following examples, notice how synonyms have slightly different meanings, revealing a variety of connotations.PowerPoint Presentation: Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: She might be called informed . Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: She might be called confident . Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: She might be called conceited . Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer.PowerPoint Presentation: i nformed c onfident conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a neutral connotation and merely states a fact, without opinions or judgment?PowerPoint Presentation: informed Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a neutral connotation and merely states a fact, without opinions or judgment?PowerPoint Presentation: i nformed c onfident conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a positive connotation and could be considered a compliment?PowerPoint Presentation: confident Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a positive connotation and could be considered a compliment?PowerPoint Presentation: i nformed c onfident conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a negative connotation and could be taken as criticism?PowerPoint Presentation: conceited Mrs. Darcy knows the answers to questions no one else can answer. Which of these words has a negative connotation and could be taken as criticism?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes comfort and security? Home, House, or Residence?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes comfort and security? Home, House, or Residence? HomePowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a formal or legal tone? Home, House, or Residence?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a formal or legal tone? Home, House, or Residence? ResidencePowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an impersonal structure? Home, House, or Residence?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an impersonal structure? Home, House, or Residence? HousePowerPoint Presentation: Which word has no connotation and simply denotes a neutral description? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word has no connotation and simply denotes a neutral description? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? ThinPowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a desirable or admirable trait? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a desirable or admirable trait? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? SlenderPowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an extreme insult implying weakness? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes an extreme insult implying weakness? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? ScrawnyPowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a slight insult about being underweight? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny?PowerPoint Presentation: Which word connotes a slight insult about being underweight? Thin, Skinny, Slender, or Scrawny? SkinnyPowerPoint Presentation: Connotations Try it on your own! Here are more examples showing how synonyms describing the same thing can have different meanings. The differences are subtle, yet the words have suggestive, persuasive powers that will influence readers.PowerPoint Presentation: lazy or relaxed? Which word has a connotation of criticism?PowerPoint Presentation: juicy or greasy? Which word has a tastier connotation?PowerPoint Presentation: victim or loser ? Which word has a more sympathetic connotation?Review… : Review…What does this definition refer to?: What does this definition refer to? The selection of the most precise words and phrases that express a message correctly, clearly, and effectively.What does this definition refer to?: What does this definition refer to? The selection of the most precise words and phrases that express a message correctly, clearly, and effectively. DictionRemember the difference?: Remember the difference? Denotation vs. ConnotationPowerPoint Presentation: Denotation - The exact, literal meaning of a word Connotation - The unspoken, hidden meaning that gives a word more emotional impactPay attention to your diction,: Pay a ttention to your diction, Choosing the best words:Pay attention to your diction,: Pay a ttention to your diction, Choosing the best words: g row your vocabulary,Pay attention to your diction,: Pay a ttention to your diction, Choosing the best words: g row your vocabulary, a nd u se the power of connotationsThanks for watching viewing examining considering analyzing exploring!: Thanks for watching viewing examining considering analyzing exploring!