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- [kuh-noht]
- /kəˈnoʊt/
- /kɔˈnəʊt/
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- [kuh-noht]
- /kəˈnoʊt/
Definitions of connote word
- verb connote If a word or name connotes something, it makes you think of a particular idea or quality. 3
- verb connote (of a word, phrase, etc) to imply or suggest (associations or ideas) other than the literal meaning 3
- verb connote to involve as a consequence or condition 3
- verb transitive connote to suggest or convey (associations, overtones, etc.) in addition to the explicit, or denoted, meaning 3
- verb transitive connote to imply or involve as a result, accompaniment, etc. 3
- verb with object connote to signify or suggest (certain meanings, ideas, etc.) in addition to the explicit or primary meaning: The word “fireplace” often connotes hospitality, warm comfort, etc. 1
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Origin of connote
First appearance:
before 1645 One of the 44% oldest English words
1645-55; < Medieval Latin connotāre, equivalent to Latin con- con- + notāre to note
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Parts of speech for Connote
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
connote popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
connote usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for connote
verb connote
- signify — to make known by signs, speech, or action.
- spell — a continuous course or period of work or other activity: to take a spell at the wheel.
- intend — to have in mind as something to be done or brought about; plan: We intend to leave in a month.
- intimate — associated in close personal relations: an intimate friend.
- suggest — to mention or introduce (an idea, proposition, plan, etc.) for consideration or possible action: The architect suggested that the building be restored.
Antonyms for connote
Top questions with connote
- what does connote mean?
- what does the colour black connote?
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- what does the colour blue connote?
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