Synonyms of markers

markers

noun

plural of marker

1

as in labels

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

• labels
• tags
• tickets
• plaques
• marks
• symbols
• captions
• stickers
• stamps
• logos
• seals
• emblems
• brands
• legends
• badges
• trademarks
• hallmarks
• decals

2

as in characteristics

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

• characteristics
• features
• qualities
• traits
• attributes
• attributions
• criteria
• properties
• marks
• hallmarks
• stamps
• symbols
• fingerprints
• signs
• characters
• diagnostics
• peculiarities
• touches
• points
• specifics
• notes
• indications
• affections
• particularities
• emblems
• badges
• differentiae
• tokens
• virtues
• charms
• merits
• singularities
• graces
• idiosyncrasies
• eccentricities
• oddities
• quirks
• excellences
• individualities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of markers

The hijab, as one of the most visible markers of Muslim faith, could therefore be treated not simply as religious dress but as evidence that a Muslim woman was aligned with a foreign power. — Asma Uddin, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026

Teachers collected paper, sticky notes, pens and pencils, markers, crayons, picture books. — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026

It’s supposed to be scrubbed of personally identifiable markers, but how deep will that go? — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Behaviorally, some of these markers could also mask psychopathic tendencies. — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Studies have proven that regularly consuming whole grains has a positive effect on health, reducing certain markers that indicate chronic inflammation. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026

That means, for example, Jason and Lucia can gain or lose weight, build muscle and incur physical markers of exhaustion. — Angela Yang, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026

In elementary school, there are a lot of art supplies, crayons or markers needed. — Sacbee.com, 24 Aug. 2026

The next step is to determine whether the vegetable associations persist over time and, ideally, whether deliberately increasing particular vegetables actually changes cardiometabolic markers. — Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2026