1
2
as in gesture
a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling
quietly waiting for the signal to advance
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of signal
Reem Raouda, CNBC, 25 May 2025
This electric signal is subsequently rendered on a micro display LCD screen, which the user views through the eyepiece.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 25 May 2025
Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
While trade between the two countries has historically been strong, the tariffs signaled a more transactional and contentious phase in economic relations.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for signal
Noun
See behavior as a signal, not a threat Instead of viewing misbehavior as disrespect, emotionally safe parents see it as communication — a request for support, not punishment.
—Reem Raouda, CNBC, 25 May 2025
This electric signal is subsequently rendered on a micro display LCD screen, which the user views through the eyepiece.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 25 May 2025
Verb
First base umpire Tom Hanahan signaled a hit, but without James Hoye at second or John Libka at third making a call, the hitters had no way of knowing where to stop, especially since Hanahan was behind Nimmo.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
While trade between the two countries has historically been strong, the tariffs signaled a more transactional and contentious phase in economic relations.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for signal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signal
Noun
-
Many of the supporters, who included a 12-year-old girl dressed as the president, donned pro-Trump t-shirts and other attire, waving American flags to catch the attention of passersby, some of whom slammed on their horns in solidarity.—
Shanzeh Ahmad,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
-
Images from the scene of the attack showed an Israeli flag on the ground.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
Noun
-
Additionally, the avatar can pass the human test by using gestures, body language, and other elements of human interaction.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
-
The gesture, broadcast everywhere locally, sent a clear signal to the outside world.—
Anthony Slater,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
Verb
-
Democrats immediately motioned to adjourn, but the vote failed on party lines.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
-
Sean Diddy Combs, center, motions a heart sign to his family in attendance as he is escorted out of lock-up by US Marshals, on the first day of trial, Monday, May 12, 2025, in New York.—
Mark Prussin,
CBS News,
12 May 2025
Adjective
-
That’s the number of borrowers with outstanding federal student loan debt as of the second quarter of 2025, according to the Department of Education.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
-
Vega, who customized cars, had owned the business, but then Ramirez, who did auto body work, took it over in an agreement to resolve Vega’s outstanding debts to him.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
Noun
-
Tremors can be a sign of MS, Parkinson's disease, stroke, or another neurological condition.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
23 May 2025
-
This is a fabulous day for romance and warm, loving relations with others, because the Moon is in your sign, lined up with Venus in your sign, which is also close to Neptune in your sign.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
23 May 2025
Verb
-
Rather than crying, the resilient bride smiled and waved at everyone as she was wheeled out of the party on a gurney, where guests gave her a grand exit at the back of the building with wedding sparklers.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
23 May 2025
-
Identify yourself: Talk calmly and slowly wave your arms.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacbee.com,
23 May 2025
Adjective
-
Lesser known, but no less distinguished, is Cesare Attolini.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
-
Father Roman, a distinguished figure with curly black hair and floor-sweeping black cassock, let us in.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Adjective
-
The third-largest city in Italy with a population of around 1 million, Naples has long been known as a luxury menswear Mecca, home to some of the world’s most prestigious tailoring brands including Kiton, Isaia and Mariano Rubinacci.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
-
The dispute over international students is the latest development in the administration's standoff with one of the country's most prestigious universities.—
Luke Barr,
ABC News,
23 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Signal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signal. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share