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
The general meaning or substance of an utterance; "although I disagreed with him I could...
- semantics
The meaning of a word, phrase, sentence, or text; "a petty argument about semantics".
- undertone
A subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning.
- extension
The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that...
- reference
The relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to; "he argued...
- connotation
An idea that is implied or suggested.
- import
A meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred; "the significance of his remark...