Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

signification

Noun
/ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The meaning or sense of a word or phrase.
Examples
  • The signification of the term ‘freedom’ varies across different cultures.
  • In linguistics, signification plays a crucial role in understanding how language conveys meaning.
Meaning
Signification refers to the idea or concept that is represented by a word, symbol, or sign.
Synonyms
  • Meaning
  • Sign
  • Denotation
  • Concept