connotation
/ˌkɑːnəˈteɪʃn/
con · no · ta · tion
ˌkɑː · nə · ˈteɪ · ʃn
English Definition
n. implied meaning
Significado en Español
connotación
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
hàm ý, nghĩa bóng
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Example Sentence
The word "home" has a warm connotation.
“家”这个词带有温暖的含义。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
con(together)+notation(mark).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the word: connotation.
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A
implication
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B
denotation
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C
explanation
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D
equation
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A — implication.
“connotation” means n. implied meaning
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The word home carries a warm ______ that the word house simply lacks.
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A
shape
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B
weight
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C
connotation
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D
price
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C — connotation.
“connotation” means n. implied meaning
Common questions about “connotation”
What does “connotation” mean?
connotation — n. implied meaning. In Chinese: 含义，隐含意义.
How do you pronounce “connotation”?
connotation is pronounced /ˌkɑːnəˈteɪʃn/. It breaks into 4 syllables: con · no · ta · tion.
How do you use “connotation” in a sentence?
The word "home" has a warm connotation. (“家”这个词带有温暖的含义。)
What are synonyms for “connotation”?
implication, suggestion — all close in meaning to connotation (n. implied meaning).
Is “connotation” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. connotation appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “connotation”?
con(together)+notation(mark).
