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    The connotations associated with the word “psychotic” often deal with insanity and lunacy; however‚ the actual definition of “psychotic” is unambiguously a mental state characterized by a loss of contact with reality and an inability to think rationally. On one hand‚ the connotations of this word strongly fit the attributes of Lady Macbeth‚ but on the other hand‚ the dictionary definition better suits Macbeth. The circumstances that Macbeth involves himself in transmuted his mental state‚ so much

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    Compare and contrast the styles (including word choices‚ syntax‚ and distinctive metaphors or patterns of imagery) to two of the following texts: “The Picture of Dorian Gray” and “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man”. What purposes do these different styles serve? You should ground your argument on careful analyses of at least one significant passage from each text you discuss. “The Picture of Dorian Gray”: Literal images Figurative images Symbols:  The author’s attempts to represent areas

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    The sick rThe sick roseose The sick rose is a poem by William Blake which has specific characteristics in terms of its form and content. Firstly‚ we can deduce that it is composed of 3 sentences‚ from which 2 occupy more than 1 line‚ and that is called enjambment. In total‚ the poem has 9 lines organized in two quatrains. Moreover‚ in terms of sound devices‚ we can say that this lyrical poem contains alliteration‚ onomatopoeia and has an organized rhyme scheme. Alliteration can be noticed in

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    Every day the word “love” so calmly slips from the mouths of ignorant people who attempt to express their lust and affection towards their significant others. Love is such a simple yet profound word that is misused far too much. Love is rare‚ a privilege that most human beings will never have the opportunity to have. To me‚ it is unattainable. To me‚ love is pure imagination. It is far too complicated and perfect for me to be able to feel. The word love is so diverse. Each and every person on earth

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    positive and negative word connotation‚ two points of view‚ and dual focus it would surely lead to a poem that would require thought and would demand admiration. To firstly develop his dual theme Walt Whitman uses positive and negative connotation. For instance‚ in the first stanza as the ship is returning the narrator says‚ “the prize we sought is won‚” and “the bells I hear‚ the people all exulting.” These words can often be associated with very positive connotations. However also in

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    many different connotations because it can be applied to many different situations. Three of its synonyms are liberty‚ independence‚ and emancipation. Freedom is a powerful word that has inspired many people and nations throughout the history of the world. One of freedom’s connotations is a political connotation. When freedom has this connotation‚ it refers to a government that does not have any people who are enslaved or oppressed in any way. Because it has a political connotation‚ freedom is often

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    Nowadays‚ America is the super power‚ however‚ America dream has more connotations as time goes by. And it has different meanings in

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    Carmelle Beaugelin Probe #3 ANALYZING ASPECTS OF EARLY CHRISTIAN TRADITIONS OF THE LORD’S PRAYER First Century Jewish and Christian Connotation of “God’s Kingdom” In Matthew 6 and Luke 11‚ Jesus teaches his followers how to pray. Jesus’ prayer includes themes found within Jewish prayer. Themes such as petitions for forgiveness and provision would have been familiar to an audience of God-fearers and Jews who attended synagogue. It is significant that the first petition in The Lord’s Prayer is for

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    People often judge others based on physical appearances‚ such as what they wear or how they style their hair. The style and condition of their home and room can also reflect their character‚ as homes are the place where people spend most of their time. In Fyodor Dostoevsky’s novel titled Crime and Punishment‚ translated by David McDuff‚ the author describes the rooms occupied by Rodion Romanovich Raskolnikov‚ the protagonist and a murderer; Sonya Marmeladov‚ a prostitute and Raskolnikov’s conscience;

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    propaganda? What connotations does propaganda have? Can propaganda be not perceived as negative? How does propaganda affect it’s audiences? What role does propaganda play in our own lives? Psywar provides some excellent examples on how to answer these questions. So what is propaganda? As defined by Dictionary.com propaganda is "information‚ ideas‚ or rumors deliberately spread widely to help or harm a person‚ group‚movement‚ institution‚ nation‚ etc". Propaganda has negative connotations if used in certain

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