The Connotation of a Word Consists of

question 74

Multiple Choice

The connotation of a word consists of

• A) its dictionary definition.
• B) the separate sounds that make up the word.
• C) its emotional overtones and secondary implications.
• D) a complex interaction between the word's phonology and syntax.

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Definitions:

Increased Permeability

A condition where a material or membrane allows more substances to pass through it, which can be significant in biological and chemical contexts.

Blood Vessels

Tubular structures that carry blood throughout the body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Edema

Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues.

Osmotic Balance

The regulation of water and solute concentrations across membranes to stabilize internal conditions of an organism or cell.