Synonyms for

Flagged

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

Definition

The past tense of 'flag', which means to signal or mark for attention.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

marked identified designated highlighted

Informal

called out pointed out singled out tagged

Literary

emblazoned pennanted ensigned

Antonyms

approved cleared permitted unmarked unnoticed sanctioned allowed

Common collocations

  • flagged for review
  • flagged as important
  • flagged an issue
  • flagged down a taxi
  • flagged the error
  • flagged the concern
  • flagged the problem

Word family

noun flag
verb flag
adjective flagged

Usage note

Often used in computing to mark items for attention or in a more literal sense to signal or stop something, like a taxi. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. She flagged down the waiter to order another drink.
  2. The runner was flagged for a false start.
  3. The teacher flagged the student's paper for plagiarism.
  4. He flagged the email as spam.
  5. The ship was flagged for inspection by the coast guard.

Quotes

  • The American flag is the symbol of our freedom, national pride and history.
  • The flag is the symbol of the nation's unity, for it, beyond any doubt, represents all the citizens of Canada without distinction of race, language, belief or opinion.
  • The flag is the embodiment not of sentiment, but of history.

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