Synonyms of marker

marker

noun

ˈmär-kər 

1

as in label

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 & Similar Words

• label
• tag
• ticket
• mark
• plaque
• caption
• symbol
• stamp
• seal
• logo
• sticker
• emblem
• legend
• brand
• badge
• hallmark
• trademark
• decal

2

as in feature

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

the discovery of a marker for the virus has greatly improved the accuracy of diagnosis

Synonyms & Similar Words

• feature
• characteristic
• quality
• trait
• attribute
• attribution
• mark
• criterion
• property
• hallmark
• stamp
• specific
• fingerprint
• symbol
• touch
• character
• sign
• peculiarity
• point
• indication
• affection
• note
• particularity
• diagnostic
• emblem
• differentia
• token
• badge
• virtue
• merit
• excellence
• charm
• grace
• singularity
• eccentricity
• uniqueness
• individuality
• idiosyncrasy
• quirk
• oddity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of marker

This includes Interstate 95 in North Carolina near mile marker 23. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Aug. 2026

Equipped with cloth, markers, string and paper, the men fashioned their support systems with scissors and glue. — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

The state is no longer collecting sales tax on nonelectronic school supplies, which includes a long list of items like paper, notebooks, binder, pens, pencils and markers, rules and protractors, glue, highlighters, index cards and scissors. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026

Schneider allegedly struck a channel marker while traveling through the Intercoastal Waterway, causing the two children to be thrown into the water. — Katie Houlis, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026