Question

what is the definition of denotation? (1 point)
the authors attitude toward events and characters.
the literal meaning of a word.
the associations attached to a word.
the atmosphere or emotional quality of a text.

Explanation:

Denotation refers to the literal meaning of a word. The other options describe different literary concepts: the author's attitude is tone, associations are connotation, and the atmosphere is mood.

Answer:

The literal meaning of a word.