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What does denotative mean?(1 point)
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relating to a clear, specific theme
relating to a clear, specific theme

suggesting a positive or negative meaning of a word apart from its dictionary meaning
suggesting a positive or negative meaning of a word apart from its dictionary meaning

having a direct, specific meaning
having a direct, specific meaning

going beyond a literal meaning to suggest meaningful images, insights, or associated ideas
going beyond a literal meaning to suggest meaningful images, insights, or associated ideas

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The correct response to the question "What does denotative mean?" is:

**having a direct, specific meaning**

Denotative language refers to the straightforward, literal meaning of a word or phrase, as found in a dictionary.