Connotation

Synonyms of connotation

• suggestion
• implication
• undertone

Antonyms of connotation

• denotation
• explicit meaning
• overtone

Collocations of connotation

positive connotation

Frequency: 70 %

The word 'brave' has a positive connotation.

negative connotation

Frequency: 65 %

The term 'sneaky' often carries a negative connotation.

cultural connotation

Frequency: 50 %

The symbol of a white dove has a cultural connotation of peace.

strong connotation

Frequency: 45 %

The color red has a strong connotation of passion.

subtle connotation

Frequency: 30 %

Her choice of words had a subtle connotation of disapproval.

Idiomatic Expressions for connotation

• Phrase: neutral connotation
  Meaning: an association or implication that is neither positive nor negative
  Usage: The color gray often has a neutral connotation, being seen as neither warm nor cool.