Synonyms

signifying

American

[sig-nuh-fahy-ing] / ˈsɪg nəˌfaɪ ɪŋ /

noun

sounding

Other Word Forms

unsignifying adjective

Etymology

Origin of signifying

First recorded in 1955–60; signify + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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Only around a third of Angus’s 404 owners have plied their tokenized shares of the animal into the artists’ online Remorse Portal, signifying their wish to save his life.

From The Wall Street Journal

For most of my adult life, I have felt like that kind of “within” talk is fortune-cookie horoscope speak, signifying nothing.

From Salon

To assure authenticity, Fulchir said the glasses are stamped with either "Made in France" or "Made in Italy" depending on which site they come from -- the "most important" labels in the eyewear world, signifying quality.

From Barron's

The Michelin Guide recommends restaurants and hotels worldwide, with its iconic star rating signifying exceptional food quality.

From BBC

It’s an endearing public image signifying how much fun he is having in his senior season.

From Los Angeles Times

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