DENOTATION
{LITERARY DEVICE}
BY:Jasmeensidhu705
How to pronounce denotation
dee-no-taat-shn=denotation
Definition:
The literal or primary meaning of a word in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
My definition
Basically what a word represents or when you think of a word what comes up into your mind
Examples:
~ Mom and dad are used instead of mother and father which suggests loving parents
~A dog is used to suggest shamelessness or an ugly face
My own examples
~A dove is used to show peace
~Home is used to suggest family love comfort and security
Synonyms
1. Definition
2.implication
3.indication
4.meaning
5.signification
Derivatives
adjective~denotational