as in to imply
formal, of a word
to make you think about (something) in addition to the word's meaning
The word "childlike" connotes innocence. For her, the word "family" connotes love and comfort.
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The word play doesn’t need to connote positive emotion to me.
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Kevin Nguyen, The Verge, 11 Sep. 2024
For example, an AI agent can be programmed to pick up on conversational issues, such as changes in tone of voice or words that connote anger or satisfaction.
—Tim Houlne, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024
Brat connotes mischief, flails toward solipsism; Demurity is much more conservative by contrast and considers community values.
—Brennan Kilbane, Allure, 16 Aug. 2024
Elias is a strong name that connotes strength and leadership in its bearers, just like Elijah the Prophet.
—Toketemu Ohwovoriole, Parents, 30 July 2024
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Kevin Nguyen, The Verge, 11 Sep. 2024
For example, an AI agent can be programmed to pick up on conversational issues, such as changes in tone of voice or words that connote anger or satisfaction.
—Tim Houlne, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024
Brat connotes mischief, flails toward solipsism; Demurity is much more conservative by contrast and considers community values.
—Brennan Kilbane, Allure, 16 Aug. 2024
Elias is a strong name that connotes strength and leadership in its bearers, just like Elijah the Prophet.
—Toketemu Ohwovoriole, Parents, 30 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connote
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That created headlines that implied Dover cut its full-year guidance, but in reality executives warned in advance that sales growth and earnings projections would be altered.Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2024
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Maybe Road Diary feels less up close and personal than the title would imply, or than some ravenous fans might hope.Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024
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The suffix denotes having the qualities or characteristics of the root word—in this case, implying someone who acts like a boss.Erik Kain, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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Users can mark their findings with either a green symbol denoting fully wheelchair accessible places; orange, which means partially wheelchair accessible; or red, indicating the place is not accessible.Jaclyn Greenberg, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
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Similarly, Harris will also be holding her final campaign event in the state, signifying the critical role the state plays in securing the presidency.Hannah Demissie, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2024
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In the downstairs ballroom, Guadagnino embraces his two co-stars, signifying their close relationship.Ramin Setoodeh, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
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What does that mean for his label and his brand now?Mayu Saini, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024
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However, her appearance wasn't really meant to move the needle in swing states, but to ease some of that rising election anxiety, including her own.Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Connote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connote. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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