1. Choose a word with multiple connotations:
* Example: "cheap" can mean "low in price" (neutral) or "inferior quality" (negative).
2. Choose a connotation you want to convey:
* Do you want to emphasize affordability or suggest something is poorly made?
3. Construct a sentence using the word in a way that evokes the desired connotation:
* Example:
* "The store had some cheap t-shirts" (suggests low price)
* "The cheap furniture fell apart after a few weeks" (suggests poor quality)
Here are some more examples:
* "The old man was frail and needed help walking." (suggests weakness)
* "The old man was robust and full of life." (suggests strength and vitality)
* "She had a sharp wit." (suggests intelligence and quick thinking)
* "He was sharp with his words, causing hurt feelings." (suggests harshness and cruelty)
Connotation is about using language to create an emotional impact. Choose words carefully to evoke the specific feeling you want to express.