Synonyms for

Banner

Verb / ˈbænɜ: / Another word for banner — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a long strip of cloth or paper with a message or design, often attached to a pole or hung in a public place

Synonyms & similar words

streamer standard flag pennant streamer standard ensign sign poster billboard hoarding placard announcement proclamation declaration message statement motto slogan catchphrase watchword

Synonyms by register

Formal

standard emblem ensign device

Informal

sign poster ad billboard

Literary

gonfalon pennant standard

Antonyms

small insignificant minor unimportant trivial

Common collocations

  • display a banner
  • hang a banner
  • victory banner
  • welcome banner
  • advertising banner
  • website banner
  • banner headline

Word family

noun banner

Usage note

A banner is typically a long piece of cloth or other material bearing a slogan or design, carried in a demonstration or procession or hung in a public place. It can also refer to a headline or advertisement, especially on the internet.

Example sentences

  1. The banner outside the store advertised a big sale.
  2. We cheered as the banner of our team was raised.
  3. The banner was so large that it blocked out the sun.
  4. The banner featured a picture of a smiling clown.
  5. The banner read 'Happy Birthday!' in big bold letters.

Quotes

  • The banner of freedom is always unfurled. - Walt Whitman
  • The banner of the world's peace must cover, not merely Europe, but the whole world. - Arthur Henderson
  • The banner of the Church floats only in free air. - G. K. Chesterton

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