Denote — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /di-ˈnōt/ de·note

Meaning & Definition of Denote

Denote (verb)

  1. to serve as an indication of, betoken
  2. to serve as an arbitrary mark for
  3. to make known, announce

Denote (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind

    "a flashing red light that denotes danger"

    similar: express, import, intend, mean, signify, spell
    related: connote, imply, suggest, add up (to), amount (to), hint, infer, insinuate, intimate, embody, epitomize, personify, represent, symbol, symbolize, advert, allude (to), cite, instance, mention, refer (to), specify, touch (on or upon), designate, indicate, point (to), signal, announce, declare, proclaim, elucidate, explain

  2. to serve as a sign or symptom of

    "the unkempt yard denotes a homeowner with little concern for the well-being of his neighborhood"

    similar: bespeak, betoken, indicate, mean, point (to), signify, tell (of)
    related: bode, foreshow, foretell, presage

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Denote

The most common words with a similar meaning to Denote:

express, import, intend, mean, signify, spell, bespeak, betoken, indicate, point (to), tell (of)

Related Words for Denote

connote, imply, suggest, add up (to), amount (to), hint, infer, insinuate, intimate, embody, epitomize, personify, represent, symbol, symbolize, advert, allude (to), cite, instance, mention, refer (to), specify, touch (on or upon), designate, signal, announce, declare, proclaim, elucidate, explain

Word Forms of Denote

Inflections: denoted, denoting, denotes

Derived words: denotement (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Denote

Middle French denoter, from Latin denotare, from de- + notare to note

First known use: 1562

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Denote

Frequently Asked Questions about Denote

What does "Denote" mean?

"Denote" means to serve as an indication of, betoken. As a verb, it is defined as: to serve as an indication of, betoken. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Denote"?

Other words for "Denote" include express, import, intend, mean, signify, spell, bespeak and betoken. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Denote" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Denote"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Denote". Common alternatives include express, import, intend, mean, signify, spell, bespeak, betoken, indicate and point (to).

How do you use "Denote" in a sentence?

Examples of "Denote" in a sentence: "a flashing red light that denotes danger"; "the unkempt yard denotes a homeowner with little concern for the well-being of his neighborhood".

Is "Denote" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Denote" is a verb.

Is "Denote" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Denote"?

"Denote" is pronounced /di-ˈnōt/ and divided into syllables as de·note.

What is the origin of the word "Denote"?

"Denote" comes from Middle French denoter, from Latin denotare, from de- + notare to note. First known use: 1562.