Question

question 6 of 20
which description is appropriate for the term \connotation\?
a. the definition of a word
b. the emotional associations of a word
c. the way a word has been used over time
d. the way a word is pronounced

Explanation:

Connotation refers to the emotional and cultural associations a word carries, beyond its literal definition. Option A is the denotation (literal meaning). Option C is about usage history. Option D is pronunciation. Only option B correctly describes connotation.

Answer:

B. The emotional associations of a word