Question

What does denotative mean?(1 point)
Responses

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

relating to a clear, specific theme
relating to a clear, specific theme

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

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

Answer 1

The correct response is:

**having a direct, specific meaning**

Denotative refers to the literal, explicit meaning of a word, as opposed to its connotative meanings, which involve the associated, implied, or emotional meanings.