Synonyms of signify

signify

verb

ˈsig-nə-ˌfī 

1

as in to mean

to be of importance

never mind, as the color of the room doesn't signify in the least

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mean
• matter
• weigh
• count
• influence
• affect
• import
• carry weight
• cut ice
• concern
• sway
• add up (to)
• amount (to)

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mean
• denote
• imply
• indicate
• intend
• express
• suggest
• spell
• symbolize
• represent
• import
• symbol
• explain
• infer
• connote
• specify
• embody
• mention
• announce
• proclaim
• hint
• touch (on or upon)
• point (to)
• designate
• amount (to)
• refer (to)
• add up (to)
• elucidate
• signal
• instance
• personify
• cite
• epitomize
• declare
• allude (to)
• insinuate
• intimate
• advert

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• indicate
• mean
• denote
• betoken
• tell (of)
• point (to)
• presage
• bespeak
• bode
• foretell
• foreshow

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of signify

Joel notices it repeatedly—in his father’s possessions, in notes, and even in visions—signifying both imbalance and a recurring pattern in the Lazarus family. —Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 22 Oct. 2025

Pain with a purpose Various cultures have adopted pointy shoes throughout history, often to signify status, wealth or a connection to a specific subculture. —Michael Watson, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2025

Over the next 12 months, Leon believes that shares of Netflix could reach $1,485, signifying an upside of 24% ahead. —Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2025

The Cannes prize signifies something special and brings out a core audience quickly. —Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2025