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Term

connotation n

Connotation means an idea or quality that a word makes you think about in addition to its meaning. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of connotation

  • an idea or quality that a word makes you think about in addition to its meaning

Usage examples of connotation

For many voters, the slogan had a negative connotation because it sounded arrogant.

The name sounds simple, but its connotation of safety makes it useful for the brand.

In this poem, the color white carries a connotation of silence rather than purity.

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