Thesaurus results for SYMBOLS

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noun

plural of symbol

as in emblems

a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark the traditional physician's symbol of a staff entwined with a snake

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as in signs

a written or printed mark that is meant to convey information to the reader the symbol ¶ indicates where a new paragraph should begin symbols such as emoji that are used in texts

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symbols

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verb

present tense third-person singular of symbol

as in symbolizes

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Recent Examples of symbols

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Identities are concealed and participants often act as a group, sometimes attacking symbols of capitalism such as luxury stores. — Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026 Gonzalez painted Monarch butterflies, too, symbols of ancestors in the Mexican culture, particularly important around Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, in early November. — Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2026 The symbols and imagery associated with magic and mysticism—including tarot and folkloric figures, the moon and zodiac signs—are increasingly finding their way into interiors, too. — Francesca Perry, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026 The Batty One The Batty One celebrates one of Halloween’s most enduring symbols. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 28 Oct. 2026 In a test involving the recognition of symbols, Cortical reports that linking up seven biological computers increased accuracy in results from around 80% to 99%. — New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026 Along the way, Sanders’s white suit, black string tie, and goatee became familiar marketing symbols. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Oct. 2026 Above the words of three short passages there are symbols that resemble an early form of musical notation. — Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2026 On that day, those two letters — MS — were so much more than a couple of symbols from the alphabet. — Lindsay Karp, STAT, 23 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbols

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There is little in the way of cinematic inspiration, and the emphatic visual style with which the filmmakers aim to enliven the story life tends to turn characters into pristine emblems, albeit adorned with a few picturesque behavioral touches.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026
It’s paired with Frame’s signature Ritz Cigarette, a low-rise, slim silhouette in a dark indigo wash, finished with pocket embroidery and a removable gold charm keepsake chain featuring hotel emblems.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of emblems

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Clever touches—in-room iMacs; a choice of colors from the bedside light; two do not disturb signs, one of a person sleeping, the other clearly suggesting that the couple inside are not—make your stay memorable, as do the eager-to-please staff.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
Aston got access to the dominant F1 team’s engineering genius; RBR got to put an actual automaker’s name on its signs.

— Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of signs

Verb

When speaking to the crowd in front of the Haymarket Memorial, which symbolizes the global struggle for workers’ rights and the complex history of law enforcement and justice, Sosa pushed for unity among all food workers.

— Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
The accessory is another staple for Camilla and a slew of other members of the royal family, since the organic gemstone symbolizes purity, status and dignity.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of symbolizes

Noun

In many cases, athletes and celebrities file trademarks merely for brand protection as opposed to a business opportunity.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Officers at Indianapolis’ express consignment facility also intercepted 96 counterfeit watches bearing Swatch, Audemars Piguet and Rolex trademarks on July 30.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of trademarks

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On Monday, prosecutors sent similar letters to every county in the state, including Sacramento.

— Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Huang’s ideas concerned two formulas that appeared in Ramanujan’s letters and are now known as the Rogers-Ramanujan identities.

— Lyndie Chiou, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of letters

Verb

Newer work hints that the brain may even make some of its own supply.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
Any report that hints about slumping demand or higher-than-expected costs of building out AI infrastructure has frequently sent stocks on a rollercoaster ride.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of hints

Noun

One of the hallmarks of Raftery’s career has been his dedication to the Big East.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026
The rising Slovak star made an impression, leading a troupe of dancers for a seductive performance with all the hallmarks of a wild night down at the Moulin Rouge.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of hallmarks

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Kenya’s global athletics icons, including 1500m world-record holder Faith Kipyegon, have complained over the poor state of training facilities across the country.

— Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Huerta's resolve cemented her place in history as one of the nation's most influential labor leaders, civil rights icons and feminist activists.

— CBS News, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026