What is the difference between "denotation" and "connotation"?

A They mean the same thing

B Denotation is the literal meaning; connotation is the emotional association

C Denotation is always negative; connotation is positive

D Denotation is used in poetry; connotation in prose

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Denotation is the dictionary definition. Connotation is the emotional or cultural meaning associated with the word.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What is the difference between "denotation" and "connotation"?" is Option B: Denotation is the literal meaning; connotation is the emotional association.

The other options — A) They mean the same thing, C) Denotation is always negative; connotation is positive, D) Denotation is used in poetry; connotation in prose — are incorrect for this English question. As explained above: Denotation is the dictionary definition. Connotation is the emotional or cultural meaning associated with the word.

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What is the difference between "denotation" and "connotation"?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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