How do you pronounce connotation?

connotation is pronounced as /ˌkɒnəˈteɪʃən/.

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connotation

💭connotation

noun

/ˌkɒnəˈteɪʃən/

connoisseur connote

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Meaning

An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning.

The implied or suggested meaning of a word beyond its literal definition

An implied or suggested meaning of a word or phrase, beyond its literal definition.

Example Sentences

The word 'home' has a positive connotation of warmth and family.

The word 'home' has a warm connotation of comfort and family.

The word "home" has a warm connotation of comfort and safety.

Synonyms

implication, undertone, suggestion, nuance, hint, hidden meaning, subtext

Entry 1

implication, undertone, suggestion, nuance, hint

Entry 2

implication, hidden meaning, subtext

Entry 3

implication, undertone, hidden meaning

Antonyms

denotation, literal meaning, explicit meaning, literal interpretation, explicitness

Entry 1

denotation, literal meaning

Entry 2

denotation, explicit meaning, literal interpretation

Entry 3

denotation, literal meaning, explicitness

Collocations

positive connotation, negative connotation, carry connotation, cultural connotation

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