CEFR C2

connoting

verb

Meaning

Suggesting or implying an additional meaning beyond the literal, dictionary definition of a word or concept.

Examples

The red color in the painting was clearly connoting danger and urgency to the viewer.
Many people find that the term 'politician' is currently connoting dishonesty rather than public service.

Synonyms: implying, suggesting, signifying, evoking

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connoting (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kəˈnoʊtɪŋ/

Definition

Suggesting or implying an additional meaning beyond the literal, dictionary definition of a word or concept.

Examples

The red color in the painting was clearly connoting danger and urgency to the viewer.
Many people find that the term 'politician' is currently connoting dishonesty rather than public service.

How to Use connoting

connoting + noun phrase (transitive): The word suggests an idea or quality. — "The word is connoting something negative."
connoting + that clause (transitive): The symbol implies a specific fact or situation. — "The symbol is connoting that the area is restricted."

Synonyms of connoting

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