signify

verb

ˈsig-nə-ˌfī How to pronounce signify (audio)
Definition of signifynext
1
as in to mean
to be of importance never mind, as the color of the room doesn't signify in the least

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2
as in to denote
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind the symbol failed to signify anything to me—until I realized that it was upside down

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3
as in to indicate
to serve as a sign or symptom of the opening of the new mall signifies the city's overdue emergence from economic depression

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Recent Examples of signify Today, the brand's ecosystem includes wellness clubs and destination experiences, reflecting how athleisure has become a modern uniform signifying values. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 But the installation also signifies the removal of the rest of the city’s colorful street art, including the large rainbow flag by Sebastian Street Beach, as Fort Lauderdale seeks to settle its ongoing legal battles with the state. — Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026 Other notable sites include Dead Horse Gulch, a name that signifies the challenges faced by Gold Rush travelers, and Bridal Veil Falls, featuring a 300-foot-high waterfall. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 The Alamo stands as one of five missions known as the San Antonio Missions that are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site, an honor that signifies the cultural and historical importance of the landmark. — Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for signify
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signify
  1. mean
  2. denote
  3. indicate
  4. matter
  5. imply
  6. weigh
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  • So Balogun had drawn a red card in the round-of-32 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, meaning he would be suspended for the following game — Monday’s match.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
  • There, the hotel’s overarching theme of kisetsukan, meaning seasonal awareness, is felt most evidently at Iñaki.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of mean
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  • On the outside the new face of the CLA is inflected with tri-star icons and glowing new tri-star headlights—a detail that denotes newer and fancier models—with a large Mercedes logo anchoring the grille.
    — Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • In a scene shot backstage at a Pod Meets World live show, Friedle showed that Savage hadn't responded to a text from Friedle since April 2020, and his iMessages switched from blue to green, potentially denoting a block.
    — Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026
Definition of denote
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  • Designed for evolving missions The latest award follows an earlier Titan procurement by JIATF-401, indicating continued confidence in the platform.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026
  • The motion is unlikely to pass, but indicates how deeply politicized the issue has become.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Definition of indicate
Verb
  • Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
    — Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 5 July 2026
  • That matters because the hardest loyalty programs to replicate are not built only on points.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of matter
Verb
  • Barclays in June raised its year-end target for the S&P 500 to 7,800 – implying a gain of 4% across the next six months.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
  • Many modern brides now wear different outfits for the ceremony and reception, and reporting from Page Six implies that Swift will follow suit.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 30 June 2026
Definition of imply
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  • Wherever you’re headed, a crossbody phone case keeps your essentials close without weighing you down.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
  • Be sure to weigh costs, storage needs and risk tolerance before making a decision.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 7 July 2026
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