When you think of puppies and babies, you are usually filled with feelings of affection and compassion. This is likely because of the __________ we associate with these words.
A) denotative meaning
B) politeness
C) connotative meaning
D) euphemisms
E) face wants

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The connotative meaning refers to the emotional and cultural associations that a word or phrase carries, beyond its literal definition. In this case, the words "puppies" and "babies" have positive connotations that evoke feelings of warmth, love, and tenderness, which is why we typically respond to them with affection and compassion.

When You Think of Puppies and Babies, You Are Usually