Synonyms for
Signature
Definition
A person's name written in a distinctive way as a form of identification or authorization.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- sign a signature
- forged signature
- handwritten signature
- digital signature
- unique signature
- signature dish
- signature style
- signature move
Word family
Usage note
While 'signature' can refer to a distinctive characteristic, its primary meaning is a person's name written in their own distinctive way, especially for identification or authorization.
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Example sentences
- My signature is always the same, so people can easily recognize it.
- I asked the celebrity for their signature on my shirt.
- To authorize the transaction, please provide your signature.
- The artist added their signature to the bottom of the painting.
- The signature on the check was not a match for the account holder.
Quotes
A signature always reveals a man’s character – and sometimes even his name. - Evan Esar
“A man's signature is his autograph.” - Mae West
“A signature is a kind of an autograph, a unique way of identifying yourself.” - Henning Mankell