In the context of the paragraph, the word "endangered" has a denotative meaning. It refers to species that are at risk of extinction or loss due to environmental changes, specifically related to the melting glaciers and the resulting ecological impacts. The term is used in its literal sense rather than conveying any figurative or connotative meanings.
"NASA Measures Death of Glaciers"
by Catherine Woods
In 1850, Glacier National Park had 150 living glaciers — that’s six times more than it has now. Since at least that time, glaciers there have been declining. But 50 years ago, the rate of decline jumped and the number of glaciers in the park took a nosedive. The situation has become increasingly bleak with time. The snow is melting faster, forcing bears and birds to adapt to new food patterns. Less snow through July and August means warmer waters, which hurts endangered species like the bull trout and the meltwater stonefly.
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What type of meaning does the word endangered have in this paragraph?
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figurative meaning
figurative meaning
negative connotative meaning
negative connotative meaning
denotative meaning
denotative meaning
positive connotative meaning
positive connotative meaning
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