signifying

American  

[sig-nuh-fahy-ing] / ˈsɪg nəˌfaɪ ɪŋ /

noun

1. sounding

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Other Word Forms

• unsignifying adjective

Etymology

Origin of signifying

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

Example Sentences

That would prove the regime’s inability to defend itself, signifying it can’t long survive and exacerbating divisions within a system already rocked by an accelerated succession crisis and the elimination of many top leaders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Of all the remarks that Witkoff has uttered over the past year signifying his unsuitability for the job he’s been inexplicably handed, this one might take the proverbial cake.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

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

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026

And thus, the new pope was signifying his desire to build upon Francis’ legacy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2025

Both of them made gestures signifying that they were hanging up telephone receivers; then they bent double, laughing.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright

Related Words

• allegorical
• descriptive
• fanciful
• florid
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