Connotations denotations quick check
The connotation of a word or phrase refers to the emotional or cultural associations that are typically connected to that word. In contrast, the denotation of a word refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word.
For example, the word "slim" has a denotation of being thin or having a small body size. However, it may have positive connotations of being beautiful or attractive in some cultures, while in others it may have negative connotations of being unhealthy or too skinny.
To quickly check the connotations of a word, you can consider the associations or emotions that come to mind when you hear or see that word. You can also look up the word in a thesaurus or search for common phrases or idioms that include that word, as these can often indicate connotations.