signified Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted
   sense.
   
   • the dictionary gave several senses for the word
   • in the best sense charity is really a duty
   • the signifier is linked to the signified
2. verb denote or connote
   signify; intend; stand for; mean.
   
   • `maison' means `house' in French
   • An example sentence would show what this word means
3. verb convey or express a meaning
   signify.
   
   • These words mean nothing to me!
   • What does his strange behavior signify?
4. verb make known with a word or signal
   signify.
   
   • He signified his wish to pay the bill for our meal

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