denote
Pronunciation
Verb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
To be a sign of something, or to mean something specific and literal.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
signify
indicate
Usage notes
Contrast with "connote", which refers to a word's suggested feelings rather than its literal meaning.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "In this diagram, the arrow _____ the direction of the current."
Answer: denote
In your own words, what does "denote" mean?
To be a sign of something, or to mean something specific and literal.
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