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denote Antonyms
Opposite of denote
Because the opposite of denote shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To be a sign of; to indicate or point out.
Usage Example
"A high fever often denotes the presence of an underlying infection."
Strong
conceal
obscure
• verb (Context 2)
To stand as a name, symbol, or literal expression for; to mean explicitly.
Usage Example
"In algebra, the letter x is commonly used to connote an unknown quantity."
Strong
connote
Similar words to denote
Words similar to denote shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
represent
indicate
stand for
designate
signify
mean
bespeak
betoken
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Denote. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/denote