What is another word for significations?
Pronunciation: [sˌɪɡnɪfɪkˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA) 
Significations refer to meanings, definitions, or understandings attributed to a particular concept or thing. Synonyms of such term include connotations, implications, denotations, sense, essence, and significance. Connotation pertains to the emotional or cultural associations attached to certain words, while implication is the suggestion or hint of a particular meaning. Denotation, on the other hand, is the direct or explicit meaning of a word. Sense refers to a perception of understanding, while essence denotes the core nature or most important quality of a thing. Lastly, significance pertains to the importance or relevance of a particular meaning or understanding of a word.
