What does the denotation of a word refer to

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Zavier Bass

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24 October, 06:30

What does the denotation of a word refer to

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Miles Glass · Answer 1

Miles Glass 24 October, 06:32

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its the meaning of a word

Valery Dennis · Answer 2

The denotation of a word refers to the dictionary definition of a word or the literal meaning. For example if you look up the word shrewd in the dictionary you will get the denotative definition which is one having good judgement, this word has a negative connotation.