In a way that expresses the direct, literal meaning of something without added emotional or cultural associations.
From denotative + -ly (adverb suffix). The adverbial form allows the concept to modify verbs or entire sentences, describing how language or meaning operates.
Speaking denotatively is harder than you'd think—try describing 'home' or 'freedom' with zero connotations, and you'll realize how much baggage even simple concepts carry in everyday speech.
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