Which is the best definition of literal language?

A. words used in ways that make their precise, common meanings clear

B. words used in ways to make others change their opinions

C. words used in ways to affect the feelings or emotions of others

D. words used in ways that are unexpected or unusual

A. words used in ways that make their precise, common meanings clear

Explanation:

Literal means "keeping to the exact meaning of a word or words". Therefore, the first option would be the best definition of literal language.

D is wrong because literal means basic or usual.

C is wrong because literal language does not necessarily affect the feelings or emotions of others.

B is wrong because literal language does not necessarily make others change their opinions.