Question

a(n) ______ meaning refers to the literal definition of a word.
a associated
b connotative
c denotative
what term refers to the feeling that is associated with a word?
a association
b connotation
c denotation
what kind of connotation does the word \dump\ generally have?
a negative
b neutral

Explanation:

1. The denotative meaning of a word is its literal definition.
2. Connotation refers to the feeling associated with a word.
3. The word "dump" generally has a negative connotation as it is often used to describe something of low - quality or something to be discarded.

Answer:

1. C. denotative
2. B. connotation
3. A. negative