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
His meticulous approach includes researching academic papers to grasp complex connotations of traditional Chinese concepts.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Mar. 2025
The print, which has long been considered a classic, has a range of connotations.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
But the joking connotation of some meme coins could threaten this goal, observers suggested.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 22 Jan. 2025
The Shiawassee County resident used the numbers 6-6-6 — often seen as satanic because of connotations in the Bible — and won $2.39 million from the Michigan Lottery’s Jackpot Slots Millionaire’s Fast Cash game, according to a statement by the company.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Mar. 2025
The print, which has long been considered a classic, has a range of connotations.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
But the joking connotation of some meme coins could threaten this goal, observers suggested.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 22 Jan. 2025
The Shiawassee County resident used the numbers 6-6-6 — often seen as satanic because of connotations in the Bible — and won $2.39 million from the Michigan Lottery’s Jackpot Slots Millionaire’s Fast Cash game, according to a statement by the company.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connotation
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Another pillar of Google's opposition will be the privacy and security implications of the DOJ's demand for data sharing.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 Apr. 2025
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For millennials, many of whom came of age during the Great Recession and are now contending with high interest rates and housing shortages, that lopsided ownership has real implications.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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In this sense, Biden’s brand of post-neoliberalism fed the body but not the soul.—
Jennifer M. Harris,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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In a sense, this ichor functioned like a power source or electricity, circulating through the robot’s bronze limbs and fueling his movements and actions.—
Sofia Giannuzzi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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These words capture the whole meaning of our existence, for we were not made for death but for life.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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The journey of doing this has also had a lot to do with giving these things a second opportunity and a second life — getting them out of a warehouse or room or box and somebody actually using it and giving it a new meaning.—
Grace Weinrib,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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California beach towns — like Ventura, Pismo Beach or Encinitas — tend to be outdoorsy and mellow with a hint of boho energy.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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There is no hint of the loud background music in the recording.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
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As for timing, there is no clear indication of when Apple will unveil its AR glasses.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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To quote another Kellogg’s shill, the early indications suggest that this should still be a Grrreat! fall for sports TV, although some vendors may be reduced to eating cereal for dinner.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Zaful Satin Cargo Pants With their wide-leg fit, these cargo pants are the definition of flowy.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2025
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The bill would formalize the definitions by adding amendments to the Legislation Act 2019, which provides guidance on the drafting and interpretation of legislation.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Apr. 2025
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That piece offers good suggestions from experts in the hockey world.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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In classroom 1522, M.H. Moore Elementary Assistant Principal John Moore shared additional suggestions for parents and explained what reading milestones look like for elementary age groups.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Apr. 2025
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Johnson admitted to telling many lies in multiple police interviews, but said he's felt extreme guilt that led him to admit responsibility for the shooting in a March message to his girlfriend sent on a jail computer.—
William Morris,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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These kid and teen-friendly titles come packed with thoughtful messages, joy, and hope for the season.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Connotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connotation. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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