SYMBOL: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for SYMBOL?

Need another word that means the same as “symbol”? Find 38 synonyms and 30 related words for “symbol” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Symbol” are: symbolisation, symbolization, sign, character, mark, letter, hieroglyph, ideogram, logo, emblem, badge, stamp, trademark, crest, insignia, coat of arms, seal, figure, device, rune, logotype, logogram, monogram, hallmark, tag, flag, motto, token, motif, colophon, representation, image, type, represent, be a symbol of, stand for, be a sign of, exemplify

Symbol as a Noun

Definitions of "Symbol" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “symbol” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• An arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance.
• A thing that represents or stands for something else, especially a material object representing something abstract.
• A shape or sign used to represent something such as an organization, e.g. a red cross or a Star of David.
• A mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process, e.g. the letter or letters standing for a chemical element or a character in musical notation.
• Something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible.

Synonyms of "Symbol" as a noun (33 Words)

badge	A small piece of metal, plastic, or cloth bearing a design or words, typically worn to identify a person or to indicate membership of an organization or support for a cause. Philanthropy was regarded as a badge of social esteem.
character	A characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something. To what do I owe this attack on my character.
coat of arms	Growth of hair or wool or fur covering the body of an animal.
colophon	A publisher’s emblem printed in a book (usually on the title page.
crest	The top line of a hill, mountain, or wave. She reached the crest of the hill.
device	Any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery. Simply connect your device to a power outlet as well as Wi Fi.
emblem	A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge of a nation, organization, or family. Our child would be a dazzling emblem of our love.
figure	A combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape. Starkly painted figures.
flag	The ensign carried by a flagship as an emblem of an admiral s rank. He pledged allegiance to the flag.
hallmark	A distinctive feature. The tiny bubbles are the hallmark of fine champagnes.
hieroglyph	Writing that resembles hieroglyphics usually by being illegible. The International Organisation for Standardization is introducing two new hieroglyphs to perplex washing machine owners.
ideogram	A character symbolizing the idea of a thing without indicating the sounds used to say it. Examples include numerals and Chinese characters. Chinese characters are ideograms.
image	The set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined. He provided America with an image of the good father.
insignia	A sign or token of something. The ruins are devoid of moss and ivy the romantic insignia of age and decay.
letter	An emblem in the shape of the initial letter of a school or university s name awarded to a student for achievement in sport. We must keep the spirit of the law as well as the letter.
logo	A symbol or other small design adopted by an organization to identify its products, uniform, vehicles, etc. The Olympic logo was emblazoned across the tracksuits.
logogram	A sign or character representing a word or phrase, such as those used in shorthand and some ancient writing systems. 7 is a logogram that is pronounced seven in English and nanatsu in Japanese.
logotype	A single piece of type that prints a word, a group of separate letters, or a logo.
mark	A marking that consists of lines that cross each other. He signed his mark in the visitor s book.
monogram	A motif of two or more interwoven letters, typically a person’s initials, used to identify a personal possession or as a logo. A handkerchief with his monogram embroidered on one corner.
motif	A leitmotif or figure. In this opera Verdi used identifying motifs.
motto	A phrase which recurs throughout a musical work and has some symbolical significance. The family motto is Faithful though Unfortunate.
representation	A picture, model, or other depiction of someone or something. Certain representations were made concerning police brutality.
rune	Any character from an ancient Germanic alphabet used in Scandinavia from the 3rd century to the Middle Ages. The pommel and guard are embellished with runes.
seal	The pelt or fur especially the underfur of a seal. A coat of seal.
sign	A fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified. The highway was lined with signboards.
stamp	An act or sound of stamping with the foot. TV licence stamps.
symbolisation	The practice of investing things with symbolic meaning.
symbolization	Something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible.
tag	The tip of an animal’s tail when it is distinctively coloured. His writing is full of tags from the Bible and Shakespeare.
token	A sequence of bits passed continuously between nodes in a fixed order and enabling a node to transmit information. The next black actor or actress selected won t know if it s because of their ability and performance or if they re just a token.
trademark	A distinctive characteristic or attribute. The murder had all the trademarks of a Mafia hit.
type	Metal types used in letterpress printing. The capable type.

Usage Examples of "Symbol" as a noun

• The symbol r in Figure 5 represents a gene which is ineffective.
• The eagle is a symbol of the United States.
• The limousine was another symbol of his wealth and authority.
• The Star of David, the Jewish symbol.
• The Red Cross symbol.
• The chemical symbol for helium is He.

Symbol as a Verb

Definitions of "Symbol" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “symbol” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Symbolize.

Synonyms of "Symbol" as a verb (5 Words)

be a sign of	Be identical to; be someone or something.
be a symbol of	Work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function.
exemplify	Clarify by giving an example of. The best dry sherry is exemplified by the fino of Jerez.
represent	Be a delegate or spokesperson for represent somebody s interest or be a proxy or substitute for as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute. Our parents represented to us the need for more caution.
stand for	Remain inactive or immobile.

Associations of "Symbol" (30 Words)

ampere	A former unit of electric current slightly smaller than the SI ampere.
ampersand	The sign & (standing for and, as in Smith & Co., or the Latin et, as in &c.).
augur	Predict from an omen. The end of the cold war seemed to augur well.
bespeak	Express the need or desire for; ask for. The defendant s insurers took steps to bespeak his medical records.
blazon	A correct description of armorial bearings. They saw their company name blazoned all over the media.
bode	Indicate by signs. The 12 per cent interest rate bodes dark days ahead for retailers.
comma	Anglewing butterfly with a comma shaped mark on the underside of each hind wing.
denotation	The action of indicating or referring to something by means of a word, symbol, etc. Beyond their immediate denotation the words have a connotative power.
emblem	A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge of a nation, organization, or family. America s national emblem the bald eagle.
embody	Form (people) into a body, especially for military purposes. The changes in law embodied in the Children Act.
exemplify	Illustrate or clarify by giving an example. The best dry sherry is exemplified by the fino of Jerez.
glyph	A hieroglyphic character or symbol. Flanges painted with esoteric glyphs.
heraldic	Of or relating to heraldry. Heraldic devices.
indication	A reason to prescribe a drug or perform a procedure. The visit was an indication of the improvement in relations between the countries.
logo	A company emblem or device. The Olympic logo was emblazoned across the tracksuits.
mark	A marking that consists of lines that cross each other. He was five feet nine with no distinguishing marks.
mascot	A person or thing that is supposed to bring good luck, especially one linked to a particular organization or event. The team s dolphin mascot.
omen	Indicate as with a sign or an omen. The ghost s appearance was an ill omen.
pennant	A flag denoting a sports championship or other achievement. The Dodgers won six pennants during his career.
portent	Future significance. Many birds are regarded as being portents of death.
presage	A feeling of presentiment or foreboding. Lands he could measure terms and tides presage.
punctuation	Something that makes repeated and regular interruptions or divisions. You will notice that no punctuation is used.
represent	Be a delegate or spokesperson for represent somebody s interest or be a proxy or substitute for as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute. Ms Smith will represent the defendant.
sign	Authorize a document or other written or printed material by attaching a signature. The Deaf Association Choir signed the hymns.
signal	Communicate silently and non verbally by signals or signs. The Community could signal displeasure by refusing to cooperate.
signify	Be an indication of. Signify your agreement by signing the letter below.
symbolic	Relating to or using or proceeding by means of symbols. The release of the dissident was an important symbolic gesture.
symbolize	Express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol. These painters believed that artists should symbolize.
symptom	Anything that accompanies X and is regarded as an indication of X’s existence. Dental problems may be a symptom of other illness.
zodiac	Astrology a circular diagram representing the 12 zodiacal constellations and showing their signs.