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question 5
1 pts
what is the difference between connotation and denotation?
connotation is the literal meaning; denotation is the implied meaning.
denotation is the literal meaning; connotation is the implied meaning.
both refer to the same meaning.
neither has any significance in literature.

Explanation:

Denotation is the direct, dictionary - defined meaning of a word. Connotation is the emotional or implied meaning associated with a word. For example, the word "home" has a denotation of a place of residence (literal meaning), but a connotation of warmth, comfort, and family (implied meaning).

Answer:

Denotation is the literal meaning; connotation is the implied meaning.