signify (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪ/
Definition
To be an indication of; to mean or symbolize something.
Examples
The sudden silence in the room seemed to signify a change in mood.
This discovery could signify a major breakthrough in cancer research.
His promotion to manager signifies the company's trust in his abilities.
How to Use signify
- signify that (prepositional phrase)
- To indicate or mean that a particular situation or fact is true. — "The fact that he didn't call back seems to signify that he's not interested."
- signify to (prepositional phrase)
- To convey a particular meaning or message to someone. — "She tried to signify to him that she was unhappy with the situation."
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