Adam often calls Becca "dollface" because he thinks it cute,but she finds that word condescending.This is an example of ______.
A)encoding
B)decoding
C)connotation
D)denotation

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations attached to a word beyond its literal meaning. In this case, "dollface" has a condescending connotation for Becca, even though Adam intends it to be cute.

Adam Often Calls Becca "Dollface" Because He Thinks It Cute,but