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

Prejudice is a marker of American society, eating through the soul of the country. — Literary Hub, 27 July 2026

This, Johnson claimed, was a critical marker of Tolo’s overall health. — Sarah Digregorio, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026

That’s the marker — anything vaguer likely isn’t the real thing. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 July 2026

Legislation Another easy marker is the amount of legislation a council member authors. — Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026