Question

what is the definition of a word called?○ its style○ its tone○ its denotation○ its connotation

Explanation:

• Style refers to writing/expression manner, not word definition.
• Tone is the attitude conveyed in language, not a word's definition.
• Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word.
• Connotation is the implied, cultural/emotional meaning of a word, not the formal definition.

Answer:

C. its denotation