Question

what is the definition of connotation? (1 point)
the associations attached to a word.
the literal meaning of a word.
the atmosphere or emotional quality of a text.
the slight degrees of difference in a words meaning.

Explanation:

Connotation refers to the associations (emotional, cultural, etc.) that a word carries beyond its literal (denotative) meaning. The second option is denotation. The third option is more about mood. The fourth option is about shades of meaning (nuance).

Answer:

The associations attached to a word.