denotive

[dih-noh-tiv]

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adjective

used or serving to denote; denotative.

Origin of denotive

First recorded in 1820–30; denote + -ive

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Related Words for denotive

denotative, designatory, indicative, referring, denoting, expressed, implying, signifying

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Historical Examples of denotive

Fritz noticed what effect his thoughtless shot had had, and gave vent to a low, peculiar whistle, denotive of surprise.
Fritz to the Front
Edward L. Wheeler