signify
Translation
to signify, to mean, to indicate
Examples
What does this symbol signify?
What does this symbol signify?
This event signifies a major change.
This event signifies a major change.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mean or be a sign of (sth.) What does this symbol signify?
Similar Words
Synonyms: mean, indicate, represent, denote
Etymology
From Latin 'significare' (to make a sign), from 'signum' (sign) + 'facere' (to make).
Memory Tips
To 'signify' is to 'make a sign' that shows a meaning.