Synonyms of denote

denote

verb

di-ˈnōt 

1

as in to signify

to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind

a flashing red light that denotes danger

Synonyms & Similar Words

• signify
• mean
• imply
• indicate
• intend
• express
• suggest
• spell
• import
• represent
• symbol
• symbolize
• explain
• infer
• connote
• specify
• mention
• embody
• designate
• proclaim
• announce
• point (to)
• cite
• amount (to)
• refer (to)
• add up (to)
• instance
• hint
• personify
• touch (on or upon)
• elucidate
• signal
• allude (to)
• epitomize
• declare
• insinuate
• intimate
• advert

2

as in to indicate

to serve as a sign or symptom of

the unkempt yard denotes a homeowner with little concern for the well-being of his neighborhood

Synonyms & Similar Words

• indicate
• mean
• signify
• tell (of)
• point (to)
• betoken
• bespeak
• presage
• foretell
• bode
• foreshow

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of denote

Starting this year, Apple will reportedly begin denoting each OS version for each product by year, instead of by version. —Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 31 May 2025

Michael Hickey/Getty Images Derived from terms like 'Holy Cow,' it's used to denote that someone has gotten something wrong, often a characteristic about a person, thereby missing their shot. —Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025

Straight, even, smooth, and glossy hair denotes strength, harmony, and evenness of character, hearty affections, a clear head, and superior talents. —Literary Hub, 9 June 2025

See Pitchfork London’s latest lineup below; new additions are denoted with an asterisk. —Pitchfork, 27 May 2025