Which phrase best defines the denotative meaning of a word?
a) the feelings and associations the word evokes
b) the literal meaning of the word
c) the author’s attitude toward the word
d) the way a word contributes to a text’s tone

b) The literal meaning of the word.

Explanation:

The denotative meaning of a word is the literal meaning of the given word. In simple words, it means the direct and physical meaning of the word. It is often confused with the connotative meaning. Connotative meaning is the suggestive meaning of the word. It is not the literal meaning.

For example, the denotative meaning of "mob" denotes a group of people while it's denotative meaning means a group of angry people.

answer: c

explanation:

being untruthful

eating too much

overstaying one's welcom

this is that correct answer.