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
According to Marie Flanigan, Founder and Principal Designer for Marie Flanigan Interiors in Houston, Texas, beige has gotten a bad rap, but today, designers are turning the color’s negative connotation on its head.
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Macie Stump, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Too often, leaders get caught up in the negative connotation around feedback.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Any combination of characters that have profane, lewd, vulgar or indecent meanings or connotations are not allowed, KDOR says.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2025
Painting the issue in overly simplistic terms like ‘banning people born male from women’s sports’, with all the connotations and assumptions that statement carries, brushes over the legislative nuances and culture of women’s football, inspiring misinformed responses.
—Katie Whyatt, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Macie Stump, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Too often, leaders get caught up in the negative connotation around feedback.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Any combination of characters that have profane, lewd, vulgar or indecent meanings or connotations are not allowed, KDOR says.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2025
Painting the issue in overly simplistic terms like ‘banning people born male from women’s sports’, with all the connotations and assumptions that statement carries, brushes over the legislative nuances and culture of women’s football, inspiring misinformed responses.
—Katie Whyatt, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connotation
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Experts point to job flexibility and autonomy as key drivers, with implications for both employees and employers.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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When asked about the implications if the center were unable to receive the grant, Heitstuman said that cuts would have to be made.—
Olivia Cyrus,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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The recent wave of popularity sparked by the game’s youngest stars — including Fever guard Caitlin Clark, who missed her fourth straight game with a left quadriceps strain — have brought a new sense of appreciation from players both veteran and new.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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The full trailer emphasizes the sense of community among the crew members, showcasing budding romances, space adventures, and an explosive science experiment.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
8 June 2025
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The study explored how people make meaning out of romantic relationships, particularly during their relationships and after breakups.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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And the steps of Jalal’s therapy are as follows: Cognitively reappraise the meaning of the attack.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
8 June 2025
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Here is what the judges had to say about it: Aromas of delicate agave and hints of herbs provide an inviting nose.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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There’s been speculation in the Russian and Western media about areas for possible negotiation, and the outcome of the Istanbul talks are being closely watched for any hints of flexibility.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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That’s a really good indication that the marketing world, the advertising world is really where the audience is on the creator economy.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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The Detroit automaker announced the plans Tuesday, as there have been few indications of progress in trade talks between the Trump administration and Mexican leaders.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
10 June 2025
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Surrounded by friends and collaborators from the CBS legal drama, IndieWire’s Vanguard award winner began her acceptance speech on June 5 by reflecting on the definition of the accolade.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 June 2025
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Being legally blind is not a functional definition of low vision.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
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Here are suggestions for staying safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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The new format accomplishes other goals as well, setting up the platform for live events and sports, a smarter search function using Open AI, and enabling more personalized and real-time suggestions.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2025
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Verify the source of the post, message or advertisement.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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Determine the messengers for these groups and begin crafting key messages to support them.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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“Connotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connotation. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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