Connotations are the emotional associations or secondary meanings that a word carries, beyond its literal dictionary definition. While connotations can influence how a word is perceived, they do not change its literal meaning.
For example:
* The word "home" has a literal meaning of a place of residence.
* However, it also carries connotations of warmth, comfort, and security.
The literal meaning of "home" remains the same, whether or not you focus on its connotations.
Therefore, while connotations add layers of meaning and influence understanding, they do not alter the core definition of a word.