Definitions
- Referring to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries beyond its literal meaning. - Describing the implied or suggested meaning of a word, beyond its dictionary definition. - Talking about the secondary or indirect meaning of a word that is not immediately obvious.
- Referring to the subtle or implied meaning of a word or phrase. - Describing the additional meaning or nuance that a word carries beyond its literal definition. - Talking about the emotional or cultural associations that a word can evoke, beyond its primary meaning.
List of Similarities
- 1Both connotation and overtone refer to additional meanings beyond the literal definition of a word.
- 2Both can be influenced by cultural or emotional associations.
- 3Both can affect how a word is perceived or understood by a listener or reader.
What is the difference?
- 1Focus: Connotation emphasizes the emotional or cultural associations of a word, while overtone focuses on the subtle or implied meanings.
- 2Type of meaning: Connotation refers to the secondary or indirect meaning of a word, while overtone refers to the additional meaning or nuance.
- 3Clarity: Connotation can sometimes be more clear and direct than overtone, which can be more subtle and difficult to pinpoint.
- 4Usage: Connotation is more commonly used in literary analysis and language study, while overtone is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Connotation and overtone are synonyms that both refer to the additional meanings or associations that a word carries beyond its literal definition. However, connotation emphasizes the emotional or cultural associations, while overtone focuses on the subtle or implied meanings. While connotation is more commonly used in literary analysis and language study, overtone is more commonly used in everyday language.
