Synonyms of signals

signals 1 of 2

noun

plural of signal

1

as in flags

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

• flags
• red lights
• tocsins
• knells

2

as in gestures

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

• gestures
• signs
• waves
• gesticulations
• postures
• indications
• mimes
• motions
• pantomimes
• shrugs
• sign languages
• flourishes
• body languages
• beckons
• becks

signals

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verb

present tense third-person singular of signal

as in motions

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

• motions
• waves
• gestures
• flags
• beckons
• signs
• tells
• nods
• informs
• signalizes
• advises
• relates
• shrugs
• gesticulates
• pantomimes
• mimes
• flourishes
• acquaints

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of signals

Noun

The elevated helium and argon signals were accompanied by no corresponding rise in nitrogen, which the study said provided evidence against atmospheric leakage being the sole explanation. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026

Social platforms have industrialized this process by providing constant signals about how others respond to us. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026

Seated in chairs, the group’s attire suggests a corporate off-site — athleisure, slacks, summer dresses — but the electricity in the air signals something different is afoot. — Claire Hoffman, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

Brian Jack’s Iowa stop signals his growing role in GOP politics. — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026

In high-threat environments, opponents can jam or spoof satellite signals to disorient autonomous platforms. — New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026

Organizations can consistently improve customer retention by recognizing the differences hidden behind averages, identifying the signals traditional systems overlook and translating those insights into timely, targeted customer actions. — Dr. Vasudeva Akula, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Omega-3s may help lower heart rate through their anti-inflammatory effects and by influencing the electrical signals in heart cells. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 18 Sep. 2026

Together, those signals give brands a broader view of the market than any single channel provides. — Advertorial, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026

Verb

For an increasing number of young people, nothing signals your values like a willingness to kill others for them. — Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026

Boring Company signals its interest TBC would be excited and honored to build this massive infrastructure project. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026

Unfortunately, the current outbreak signals a possible end to this status. — Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

The Grammy winner’s label said the album signals a new chapter in which Miley (no last name) will honor the influence of her godmother, Dolly Parton. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026

None of that, however, signals an imminent financial crisis or economic collapse, economists say. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026

Signing Mbappé, who currently plays forward for Real Madrid, signals that On is looking to further encroach into its larger competitors’ territory. — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026

Most retention strategies are activated only after a customer signals intent to cancel or stops paying and just moves on. — Dr. Vasudeva Akula, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

If an insurer signals that your damages should be reduced, a Florida attorney can tell you which deadlines are already running and what the other side would actually have to prove to move the number. — Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026