connotation

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But Vladimir Yavachev, Christo's nephew and now director for the artists' estate following their deaths, said the barrels were not developed with "any connotation to the oil industry or criticism".

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

While taking on more than $100,000 in debt can have a negative connotation, at the time it may have seemed like a sound financial decision.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

Emojis can have an "infantile connotation" which could lead to people perceiving you as younger, less senior, capable or responsible, he says.

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025

The term "bureaucrat" has held a negative connotation pretty much since it was invented, especially when applied to governments.

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2024

To me the word has a negative connotation.

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth