as in indicative
indicating something
his tendency to use weasel words is seen as a signifying character trait
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as in meaning
to be of importance
never mind, as the color of the room doesn't signify in the least
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as in denoting
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
the symbol failed to signify anything to me—until I realized that it was upside down
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as in indicating
to serve as a sign or symptom of
the opening of the new mall signifies the city's overdue emergence from economic depression
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Recent Examples of signifying
Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
They are seated in a front row of the House chamber floor, signifying their significant and unique role in stewarding the Constitution.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Southern Indiana, including Bloomington, Terre Haute and Columbus are under a level 3 category, signifying an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms.
—Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026
The 15-day festival commemorates the first new moon of the lunisolar calendar, signifying the arrival of spring.
—Ashley Opina, Twin Cities, 18 Feb. 2026
Or would there be a brass scale marking the 1849 beginning of the Gold Rush, or an antique gas pump signifying the 1956 development of interstate highways?
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
In 2023, the IOC voted in favor of adding flag football as an official Olympic sport set to debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, signifying just how broad its reach has become.
—Maura Carey, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Approximately 80% of that figure comes from consulting services, signifying that enterprises are compensating IBM to create operational AI systems, rather than merely executing pilot programs.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Up the color spectrum, Matthew Tkachuk worked in a powder-blue jersey signifying something between no contact and light contact.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
After the conquest, Spaniards brought thousands of Native Americans back to Spain, their faces branded with marks of the Spanish crown, their owner’s name, or terms signifying their status.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
They are seated in a front row of the House chamber floor, signifying their significant and unique role in stewarding the Constitution.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Southern Indiana, including Bloomington, Terre Haute and Columbus are under a level 3 category, signifying an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms.
—Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026
The 15-day festival commemorates the first new moon of the lunisolar calendar, signifying the arrival of spring.
—Ashley Opina, Twin Cities, 18 Feb. 2026
Or would there be a brass scale marking the 1849 beginning of the Gold Rush, or an antique gas pump signifying the 1956 development of interstate highways?
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
In 2023, the IOC voted in favor of adding flag football as an official Olympic sport set to debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, signifying just how broad its reach has become.
—Maura Carey, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Approximately 80% of that figure comes from consulting services, signifying that enterprises are compensating IBM to create operational AI systems, rather than merely executing pilot programs.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Up the color spectrum, Matthew Tkachuk worked in a powder-blue jersey signifying something between no contact and light contact.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signifying
Adjective
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Any prices or levels shown are either historical or purely indicative.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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Some would say these small margins are indicative of luck.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Those restrictions likely ended once he was deposed, meaning that commercial kilns produced many more ceramics featuring this motif, much of which was exported, Flecker said.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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England’s top division is known for its competitive depth, meaning there is usually at least one upset every gameweek.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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When tax breaks for three-wheelers were curtailed, a 4/4 model—the name denoting its four wheels and four-cylinder engine—was launched.—
Jamie Kitman,
Air Mail,
21 Feb. 2026
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Outstanding Chef is a national category, denoting a chef who has set high standards to the broader culinary culture.—
Brock Keeling,
Daily News,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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An Israeli official told the Times of Israel that the opening strikes were targeting Iranian regime sites and military facilities, likely indicating decapitation strikes.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
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Though the origins of the pictures weren’t quite clear at first, Gucci soon added a tag to the posts indicating that they had been generated using artificial intelligence – a bold choice when the use of the technology remains contentious, and one that left many commenters aghast.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Tom Bonds would once go to Empower Field and hear boos rain down from the Broncos’ own fanbase — boos Bonds couldn’t help but think were reflective of Paton, given his seat at the table.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
28 Feb. 2026
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Organizers noted the outdoor setting would make the space accessible and reflective for residents and visitors alike.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Cities across North Texas are taking different directions on their future with Dallas Area Rapid Transit, with some backing away to leave the transit system, one still weighing its options and others moving forward with elections that could reshape regional transportation.—
Perry Majidi,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Lawmakers are weighing whether Connecticut should require signage warning of the dangers of energy drinks for children and teens.—
Mikayla Bunnell,
Hartford Courant,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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It’s also valued at roughly 13 times forward earnings, according to FactSet data, implying the stock is now a bargain.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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Ross has said that $65 million in federal funding that would be vulnerable if the city did not act, and that the city had already lost a $50,000 grant because words implying inclusion were used.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Psychologists, sociologists, and philosophers vary in their definitions of mattering, but at its core, mattering is the feeling that we are valued and have value to add to the world.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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When age stopped mattering During the bourbon boom that accelerated after 2012, demand exploded faster than distilleries could age whiskey.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Signifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signifying. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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