Basic Details
Word: Denote
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To be a sign of something; to represent or mean something.
Synonyms: Indicate, signify, imply
Antonyms: Conceal, hide, obscure
Idioms and Phrases
- Words that denote: Refers to specific phrases that represent certain ideas. Example: "The words she chose to use were words that denote her strong feelings about the issue."
- Signify and denote: Used to describe the relationship between a sign and its meaning. Example: "In art, colours can signify and denote different emotions."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The red light on the traffic signal denotes that cars must stop.
Example 2: In the story, the eagle denotes freedom and bravery.
Example 3: A star on the Christmas tree can denote the spirit of the holiday season.
Fun Fact
The word "denote" comes from the Latin word "denotare," which means "to mark out, to designate." It's been used in English since the late 15th century!
Famous Quote
"The maps can denote territory but not the feeling of the land that shapes its people." - Paul Theroux
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "denote" mean?
a) To confuse
b) To represent or mean something
c) To ignore
d) To change
Answer: b) To represent or mean something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "denote"?
a) Exclude
b) Indicate
c) Develop
d) Remove
Answer: b) Indicate
3. Which is an antonym of "denote"?
a) Reveal
b) Conceal
c) Show
d) Express
Answer: b) Conceal
4. Which sentence uses "denote" correctly?
a) The colour blue can denote calmness and peace.
b) He tried to denote the wall with paint.
c) The dog can denote when to bark.
d) They denoted on the bus.
Answer: a) The colour blue can denote calmness and peace.
5. Which idiom means the same as "denote"?
a) Signify and denote
b) Walk on eggshells
c) In hot water
d) Beat around the bush
Answer: a) Signify and denote
