Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
connotate
verb
/ˈkɒnəˌteɪt/
Definition
To imply or suggest an additional meaning or nuance beyond the literal definition of a word.
Examples
- The word ‘home’ connotates warmth, comfort, and safety.
- When she used the term ‘aggressive,’ it connotated a sense of hostility beyond just being assertive.
- In literature, authors often choose words that connotate deeper themes and emotions.
Meaning
Connotate refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries in addition to its explicit meaning.
Synonyms
- imply
- suggest
- insinuate
- evoke
