Denotation
Denotation noun - The idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action.
Usage example: although most people exercise for fitness, the denotation of the term “fitness” varies from exerciser to exerciser
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Intention and denotation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Intention" instead a noun "Denotation".
Intention
Intention noun - The idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action.
Usage example: she was uncertain of the intention of his frantic gesturing
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Synonyms for Intention
Denotation and intention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Denotation" instead a noun "Intention".
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Intention and Denotation. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 22, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/denotation/intention
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