Question

The term denotation refers to:

• A. The emotive meaning of a word
• B. The suggestive meaning of a word
• C. Literal meaning of a word
• D. Connotative meaning of a word

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Literal meaning of a word

Denotation refers to:
➡ The literal, primary, or dictionary meaning of a word — without any emotional, cultural, or suggestive associations.