Synonyms for

Signaling

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

Definition

The act of giving a signal or indication.

Synonyms & similar words

indicate signal sign betoken point signalise signalize bespeak signalling indicating communicating notifying alerting informing warning flagging beaconing heralding announcing proclaiming heralding showing demonstrating displaying exhibiting expressing betokening suggesting

Synonyms by register

Formal

indicating denoting signifying communicating

Informal

showing tipping off giving a heads-up cueing

Literary

portending auguring foretokening

Antonyms

concealing hiding obscuring masking suppressing veiling

Common collocations

  • signaling a change
  • signaling intent
  • signaling danger
  • signaling success
  • signaling a problem
  • signaling a shift
  • signaling the start

Word family

noun signal
verb signal
adjective signal

Usage note

Often used in contexts of communication, especially in sports, economics, or biology. Can also refer to a physical gesture or mark.

Example sentences

  1. The traffic light was signaling us to stop.
  2. The captain signaled the start of the game.
  3. The smoke from the chimney signaled that someone was home.
  4. The bird's song signaled the start of spring.
  5. The flashing lights signaled a warning to the drivers.

Quotes

  • A smile is the universal welcome. - Max Eastman
  • The language of friendship is not words but meanings. - Henry David Thoreau
  • The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said. - Peter Drucker

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