Tia says,"Ew! Lizards are so gross and scary." Aimee disagrees,"No way! They're awesome pets and so sweet." Tia and Aimee are disagreeing about the _______ meaning of the word "lizard."

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Tia and Aimee are not disagreeing about the literal definition of the word "lizard." Rather, they are expressing different connotations, or emotional associations, with the word. Tia finds lizards disgusting and frightening, while Aimee sees them as appealing and loving. Therefore, the answer is C, connotative.

Tia Says,"Ew! Lizards Are So Gross and Scary