Dénotait (en. Denoted)
/de.nɔ.te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
Explain or make a concept or idea evident.
His reaction denoted his dissatisfaction.
Sa réaction dénotait son mécontentement.
Mark a trait or characteristic.
The landscape denoted a certain sadness.
Le paysage dénotait une certaine tristesse.
Suggest or indicate subtly.
His smile denoted silent approval.
Son sourire dénotait une approbation silencieuse.
Etymology
From the verb 'dénoter', derived from the Latin 'denotare', meaning 'to indicate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
denote the importance
indicate the importance of something.
dénoter l'importance
denote differences
reveal differences between several elements.
dénoter des différences
Related Words
denotation
the literal meaning of a word.
dénotation
signify
to have a meaning.
signifier
Slang Meanings
Show clearly.
His attitude denotes that he doesn't care.
Son attitude dénote qu'il ne s'en soucie pas.
Make visible.
This color denotes his unique style.
Cette couleur dénote son style unique.