Denotation and Intimation

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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Synonyms for Denotation

Intimation and denotation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Intimation" instead a noun "Denotation".

Intimation

Intimation noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).
Usage example: the newscaster could not resist giving a slight intimation that the voting was going contrary to predictions
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Synonyms for Intimation

Denotation and intimation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Denotation" instead a noun "Intimation".

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