What does connote mean?
Connote means (transitive) To signify beyond its literal or principal meaning..
Connote
/kəˈnəʊt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To signify beyond its literal or principal meaning..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To signify beyond its literal or principal meaning.
- (transitive) To possess an inseparable related condition; to imply as a logical consequence.
- (intransitive) To express without overt reference; to imply.
- (intransitive) To require as a logical predicate to consequence.
Example Sentences
Racism often connotes an underlying fear or ignorance.
Poverty connotes hunger.
Doctors should be reminded that absence of evidence does not connote a mental illness …
Synonyms for connote
Antonyms for connote
Related Words
Word Forms
- connotes
- connoting
- connoted
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for connote?
Common synonyms include entail, imply, predicate.
What is the opposite of connote?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use connote in a sentence?
Racism often connotes an underlying fear or ignorance.
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