Question

what does denotation mean? (1 point)
○ the idea or feeling a word invokes
○ the literal meaning of a word
○ subtle differences in the meanings of words
○ the attitude an author shows toward their subject

Explanation:

Denotation refers to the literal meaning of a word. It is the basic, dictionary - defined meaning without any added emotional or cultural connotations. For example, the denotation of "dog" is a domesticated carnivorous mammal.

Answer:

the literal meaning of a word