<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) con·noted, con·noting<ul><li>To signify or suggest (certain meanings, ideas, etc.) in addition to the explicit or primary meaning: "The word 'fireplace' often connotes hospitality, warm comfort, etc."</li><li>Synonyms: imply, intimate</li><li>To involve as a condition or accompaniment: "Injury connotes pain."</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>An indirect or covert suggestion or hint, especially of a derogatory nature: "She made nasty insinuations about her rivals."</li><li>Covert or artful suggestion or hinting, as of something implied: "His methods of insinuation are most ingenious."</li><li>Subtle or artful instillment into the mind.</li><li>The art or power of stealing into the affections and pleasing; ingratiation: "He made his way by flattery and insinuation."</li><li>Archaic: A slow winding, worming, or stealing in.</li><li>Obsolete: An ingratiating act or speech.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>