as in implication
an idea or quality that is suggested by a word or thing
a word with positive connotations The word "childlike" has connotations of innocence.
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Recent Examples of connotation
Even the name of the program was considered problematic because of its negative connotation.
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Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
On the flip side, some influencers have posted images of them wearing Skims' retro girdle as a sole outfit, subverting the 1950s connotation of undergarments as visible only to one's husband, said Einav Rabinovitch-Fox, professor of gender at Case Western Reserve University.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 July 2025
How much control, at this point, the subcommittee can exert over emoji denotation and connotation isn’t clear.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 29 June 2025
As the moon and stars light the night, the fabric and tiny mirrors will provide a magical glow to the ralli design.
SR: Does ralli-making have a cultural connotation other than its usage as a quilt?
PS: There are deep cultural meanings to ralli-making.
—Sonya Rehman, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
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Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
On the flip side, some influencers have posted images of them wearing Skims' retro girdle as a sole outfit, subverting the 1950s connotation of undergarments as visible only to one's husband, said Einav Rabinovitch-Fox, professor of gender at Case Western Reserve University.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 July 2025
How much control, at this point, the subcommittee can exert over emoji denotation and connotation isn’t clear.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 29 June 2025
As the moon and stars light the night, the fabric and tiny mirrors will provide a magical glow to the ralli design.
SR: Does ralli-making have a cultural connotation other than its usage as a quilt?
PS: There are deep cultural meanings to ralli-making.
—Sonya Rehman, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connotation
Noun
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There has been speculation the case would ultimately reach the U.S. Supreme Court because any ruling would have national implications for tribal sovereignty.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The faceoff has nationwide implications, with control of the U.S. potentially at stake.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Also, the female-heavy production team added a keen sense of understanding of female friendships and family relationships, which brought truth to the outlandish premise.—
Katie Grant,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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On the inside, a two-story lobby wrapped in wood and featuring large-format terrazzo tile flooring is meant to evoke an immediate sense of peace for players.—
Sydney Franklin,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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What started as a financial lifeline soon took on deeper meaning.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The scene, loaded with meaning from Conrad’s peach allergy to his carefully wiping peach juice from Belly’s chin, marks a major moment.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Blending sweet, lemony, and earthy aromas with a hint of vanilla, this flavorful option is a great choice to share with a friend at the end of a night out.—
Emily Earlenbaugh,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Ambivalence means a look of cool, ironic detachment which would doubtless work very well in that away strip; lime green with a hint of no f***s given.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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And if Super Core is any indication, that’s exactly what Kroma is setting out to do.—
Gabby Shacknai,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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There are no indications that a change is coming, but if the Yankees miss the postseason, conversations about Boone being fired will get louder.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Looking ahead, the fund will refine its definitions and establish new criteria on ecosystem type, land classification and land transition phase.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
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There’s no clear definition of sanctuary jurisdictions, but the term is generally applied to state and local governments that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities.—
Tim Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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See you then! -Ray Have a suggestion for the Daily Briefing?—
Ray Padilla,
The Courier-Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
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This helps avoid misaligned suggestions and keeps the conversation focused.—
Melody Wilding,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Mitchell Trubisky, who is currently a backup quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, sent a message to Williams.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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On this day in 1858: The first telegraph message crossed the Atlantic via transatlantic cable, with Queen Victoria and President James Buchanan exchanging congratulatory messages.—
DAILY BRIEFING,
AZCentral.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Connotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connotation. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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