CEFR B2

connotation

noun

Meaning

An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning.

Examples

The word 'slender' has a more positive connotation than 'skinny'.
His words carried a negative connotation that made her uncomfortable.

Synonyms: implication, undertone, association, nuance

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connotation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒnəˈteɪʃən/

Definition

An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning.

Examples

The word 'slender' has a more positive connotation than 'skinny'.
His words carried a negative connotation that made her uncomfortable.
We discussed the connotations of the color red in different cultures.

How to Use connotation

connotation of (prepositional phrase): The idea or feeling associated with something. — "The word 'cheap' has a negative connotation of low quality."
connotation with (prepositional phrase): The idea or feeling linked to something. — "The color purple often has a connotation with royalty."

Synonyms of connotation

Words with a similar meaning to connotation:

Antonyms of connotation

Words with the opposite meaning to connotation:

denotation

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