Why would the connotative meaning of a word be different from person to person?


A. Everyone brings different experiences to the meaning of words.

B. Dictionaries list different meanings for words.

C. Different versions of the word have different meanings.

D. People do not always know what a word means.

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Answer:

A. Everyone brings different experiences to the meaning of words.

Explanation:

Every word has a denotative meaning, which is the meaning you find in a dictionary. However, many words have also a connotative meaning, which includes feelings, ideas, and emotions connected to that word.  

Words may have positive or negative connotation based on the social, cultural, and personal experiences of individuals. For example, the words Slim and skinny both mean thin. Slim has positive connotation, but skinny has negative connotation.  

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