signifying

Meanings

• verb

  Expressing or suggesting a meaning or significance, often indirectly or symbolically.

  - "The painting signifies peace and harmony."
  - "His actions were signifying a lack of confidence."

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Synonyms

betoken , mean

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with signifying
signifier , identifier , determinant , inferrer , stabilizer , liberator , innovator , correlator , adapter , separator , collaborator , concentrator , innovator , laborator , recuperator , stabilizer , creator , collaborator , innovator , separator , stabilizer , innovator , creator , innovator , separator , collaborator , innovator , separator , collaborator

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. signifying (en) : This word itself
   

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Variants

List of all variants of signifying that leads to same result
signifyin , signifyin' , signifyin's , signifying , signifyings , signifyins , signified , signifies , signify

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Forms

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signifies, signed, signing

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Etymology

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From Old French 'signifier' meaning 'to sign, indicate, or represent'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that 'signifying' is a key concept in African American literary criticism? It refers to the process of assigning meaning to symbols, words, or actions in a way that reveals deeper social and cultural issues.

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Related Concepts

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1. Semiotics: The study of signs and symbols and their meanings.

2. Symbolism: The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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Culture

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In literature, 'signifying' is a concept used in semiotics and literary criticism, particularly in African American studies. It refers to the process of assigning meaning to symbols, words, or actions.

How to Memorize "signifying"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the concept of 'signifying' as assigning meaning or significance to something indirectly or symbolically. For example, imagine a painting that represents peace and harmony.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'signifying' with the concept of assigning meaning or symbolism. For example, think of a secret language or code that uses symbols to represent ideas.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Signs Indicate Meaning' to remember the meaning of 'signifying'. Remember that signs or symbols can indicate or represent meanings.

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