9. What is the connotation of a word?(2 points)

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A word that has more than one meaning and depends on the context.
A word that has more than one meaning and depends on the context.

The words a writer uses in their text to support their purpose.
The words a writer uses in their text to support their purpose.

The dictionary definition of a word.
The dictionary definition of a word.

The feeling a word evokes besides its literal meaning.

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The connotation of a word is the feeling a word evokes besides its literal meaning. This refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, which can influence how it is perceived beyond its straightforward definition.