Denote and Explain

Denote

Denote verb - To communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind.
Usage example: a flashing red light that denotes danger

Explain and denote are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Explain" instead a verb "Denote".

Nearby Words: denotation, denoting

Explain

Explain verb - To make plain or understandable.

Denote and explain are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Denote" instead a verb "Explain".

Common collocations

power denote power explain power
part denote part explain part
lack denote lack explain lack
plot denote plot explain plot
Other words: fact, characters, origins, powers, abilities, differences.
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