Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
social-connotation
noun
/ˈsoʊ.ʃəl ˌkɒnəˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The associated or secondary meaning of a word or phrase related to social contexts.
Examples
- The word ‘home’ has a positive social connotation of warmth and safety.
- ‘Typical’ can carry a judgmental social connotation, implying standardization.
Meaning
Social connotation refers to the feelings or ideas that a word invokes in a social context beyond its literal definition.
Synonyms
- social implication
- cultural nuance
- associative meaning
