Substance

Of thought.   May also be referred to as meaning.

The idea that is intended; "What is the meaning of this proverb?".

This concept's ID is @1~32101

Contains

  • strain 1 facts

    The general meaning or substance of an utterance; "although I disagreed with him I could...

  • semantics 1 facts

    The meaning of a word, phrase, sentence, or text; "a petty argument about semantics".

  • undertone 0 facts

    A subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning.

  • extension 0 facts

    The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that...

  • reference 0 facts

    The relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to; "he argued...

  • connotation 0 facts

    An idea that is implied or suggested.

  • import 0 facts

    A meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred; "the significance of his remark...