CEFR B1

denote

verb

Meaning

To be a sign of; to indicate or mean something.

Examples

The word 'home' can denote a place of residence or a feeling of belonging.
A single tear rolling down her cheek denoted her sadness.

Synonyms: mean, indicate, signify, represent

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denote (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈnəʊt/

Definition

To be a sign of; to indicate or mean something.

Examples

The word 'home' can denote a place of residence or a feeling of belonging.
A single tear rolling down her cheek denoted her sadness.
This symbol denotes a dangerous area.

How to Use denote

denote something (prepositional phrase): To be a sign or indication of something. — "The color red denotes danger."
denote that (prepositional phrase): To indicate that a particular fact or situation is true. — "The study denotes that the treatment was effective."

Synonyms of denote

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Antonyms of denote

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