verb

(of a word) imply or suggest (an idea or feeling) in addition to the literal or primary meaning.

the term ‘modern science’ usually connotes a complete openness to empirical testing

imply,suggest,indicate,signify,have overtones of,have undertones of,hint at,give a feeling of,have an aura of,have an atmosphere of,give the impression of,smack of,be associated with,allude to