What is the meaning of connotative language?

Answer 1

Connotative language is basically the use of figurative language.It's to use a word with adefinite mean to refer to another mean.For example when you called someone a chicken that means that he is a coward. It is to give a connotation* to a word or phrase, alternate to its actual, literal meaning.

"My brother is a tree."--he is not really a tree, but just really tall.

*(connotation: the associated or secondary meaning of a word or expression in addition to its explicit or primary meaning: A possible connotation of "home" is "a place of warmth, comfort, and affection.")

Answer 2

Connotative language refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning. It can evoke specific feelings, ideas, or images for different people based on their experiences and perceptions. Connotative language adds layers of meaning and nuance to communication.