Simple meaning
What does Denotation mean?
Denotation means the exact dictionary definition.
Dictionary definition
Denotation is the direct dictionary meaning of a word.
Example sentences
Denotation in a sentence
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Our teacher explained the word denotation during vocabulary practice.
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In the reading passage, denotation helped us understand the writer's exact meaning.
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Using denotation in my essay made my interpretation more precise and clear.
Synonyms
Words like Denotation
definitionRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
literal meaningRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
dictionary senseRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
connotationHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
implicationHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Denotation word family
Base word
denotation
noun
denotation
Base form.
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What does denotation mean?
DENOTATION means denotation means the exact dictionary definition.
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