connotation
Derived from the Latin 'connotare', which means 'to mark together'.
NOUN
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[/ˌkɒn.əˈteɪ.ʃən/en-US]
含意
literal
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ニュアンス
formalliterary
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オーバートーン
informal
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示唆
slight nuance
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概念的意味
untranslatable
(No direct equivalent concept in JAPANESE; it captures the idea of broader meaning but does not convey the same specificity as 'connotation'.)
Antonyms
denotation
The connotation of a word or phrase is the idea or feeling that it makes you think of, in addition to its literal meaning. It refers to the implied or associated meaning, which can be positive, negative, or neutral, rather than its explicit or primary meaning (its denotation). For example, while 'home' and 'house' have similar denotations (a building where people live), 'home' often carries a connotation of warmth, comfort, and belonging, whereas 'house' is more neutral.
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- The word 'thrifty' has a positive connotation, suggesting careful management of money. — The word 'thrifty' implies a positive quality related to saving money.
- The term 'politician' often carries a negative connotation for many people, implying dishonesty or self-interest. — For many, the word 'politician' evokes negative feelings due to its implied meaning.
- While 'youthful' and 'childish' both refer to being young, 'childish' has a negative connotation of immaturity, unlike 'youthful'. — 'Childish' implies immaturity, which is a negative association, while 'youthful' does not.