According to the definitional theory of word meaning, we see a group of words as having similar meaning when the words: __________.
A) sound the same
B) share features of meaning
C) refer to the same object
D) elicit similar mental images

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The definitional theory of word meaning proposes that words with similar meanings share features of meaning, such as being in the same semantic category or having similar connotations. The other answer choices do not accurately reflect this theory.

According to the Definitional Theory of Word Meaning, We See