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marker

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Synonyms and Antonyms of marker

1 a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it

The markers on the rock and mineral specimens were old and faded.

Synonyms of marker

label, tag, ticket

Words Related to marker

caption, legend

brand, emblem, hallmark, logo, mark, symbol, trademark

badge, decal, plaque, seal, stamp, sticker

2 something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind

The discovery of a marker for the virus has improved the accuracy of diagnosis.

Synonyms of marker

attribute, attribution, character, characteristic, criterion, differentia, feature, fingerprint, hallmark, mark, note, particularity, peculiarity, point, property, quality, specific, stamp, touch, trait

Words Related to marker

badge, indication, sign

emblem, symbol, token

excellence, merit, virtue

eccentricity, idiosyncrasy, oddity, quirk

individuality, singularity, uniqueness

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