Synonyms of signal

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noun

1

as in flag

an object intended to give public notice or warning

stop signs are signals for vehicles to come to a full stop—not suggestions for slowing down, as some drivers seem to think

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flag
• red light
• tocsin
• knell

2

as in gesture

a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling

quietly waiting for the signal to advance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gesture
• sign
• wave
• posture
• gesticulation
• indication
• motion
• mime
• pantomime
• body language
• shrug
• beck
• sign language
• flourish
• beckon

signal

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verb

as in to motion

to direct or notify by a movement or gesture

signaled the oncoming traffic to stop while the wrecked car was being towed away

Synonyms & Similar Words

• motion
• wave
• gesture
• flag
• tell
• sign
• beckon
• nod
• inform
• signalize
• gesticulate
• advise
• pantomime
• mime
• shrug
• relate
• flourish
• acquaint

signal

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adjective

as in outstanding

standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement

the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outstanding
• distinguished
• prestigious
• notable
• illustrious
• noteworthy
• famous
• superior
• eminent
• luminous
• bright
• star
• noble
• honored
• astral
• celebrated
• glorious
• dominant
• infamous
• renowned
• redoubtable
• preeminent
• predominant
• exalted
• reputable
• notorious
• famed
• paramount

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minor
• insignificant
• unimportant
• average
• inferior
• mediocre
• obscure
• unsung
• uncelebrated