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.