Thesaurus results for CONNOTE

connote

verb

Definition of connote

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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Recent Examples of connote Being named in the files does not connote wrongdoing, and Ferguson, Beatrice and Eugenie have not faced any accusations. — Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026 Physician, which does not necessarily connote respect. — Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026 Or a lounge, like its name connotes. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026 The Grand Wagoneer is a nameplate Jeep usually uses to connote luxury and family utility, not so much off-roading. — Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for connote

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And as the ships’ names imply, a voyage on any one of these vessels is one that is designed to bring happiness to all who partake.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026
Iran has not directly claimed responsibility for the attacks, but has implied involvement.

— Connor Greene, Time, 7 July 2026

Definition of imply

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In 2014, Pope Francis abolished the future use of the monsignor title — which denotes a specific honor — for most priests.

— Vivian Wilson, Twin Cities, 8 July 2026
On the outside the new face of the CLA is inflected with tri-star icons and glowing new tri-star headlights—a detail that denotes newer and fancier models—with a large Mercedes logo anchoring the grille.

— Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of denote

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Chishti said the rulings signify that future presidents could continue to change immigration policies at their discretion.

— Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Today, the brand's ecosystem includes wellness clubs and destination experiences, reflecting how athleisure has become a modern uniform signifying values.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of signify

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So Balogun had drawn a red card in the round-of-32 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, meaning he would be suspended for the following game — Monday’s match.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
There, the hotel’s overarching theme of kisetsukan, meaning seasonal awareness, is felt most evidently at Iñaki.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

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