Denotation – the exact, literal definition
of the word:
Synonyms:
Noun: The quality of requiring full use of
one’s abilities, energy, or resources
test, trial, contest, experiment,
oppose, dare, question, risk
Verb: To call to action; to call to engage in a
contest or fight
CHALLENGE
Personal examples in complete sentences:
1. Running in the half-marathon this weekend was a challenge.
2. My brother challenged me to beat his GPA.
3. I am going to challenge myself to knock off 30 seconds from
my 100-yard medley swimming time from last year.
Connotation – the suggested or implied
meaning or emotion associated with
a word beyond its literal definition
A challenge can be positive when ________
A challenge can be negative when ________