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A visible fact that shows that something exists or may happen.
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All Definitions for Sign

Below are all the dictionary definitions of sign:

1A visible fact that shows that something exists or may happen.
2A mark or another symbol used to represent something.
3A clearly visible object, generally flat, bearing a short message in words or pictures.
4Physical evidence left by an animal.
5A specific gesture or motion used to communicate by those with speaking or hearing difficulties
6Ow specifically, a linguistic unit in sign language equivalent to word in spoken languages.
7Sign language in general.
8To validate or ratify (a document) by writing one's signature on it.
9More generally, to write one's signature on (something) as a means of identification etc.
10To communicate or make known (a meaning, intention, etc.) by a sign.
11To indicate
12An omen.
13A property of the body that indicates a disease and, unlike a symptom, can be detected objectively by someone other than the patient.
14Positive or negative polarity, as denoted by the + or - sign.
15A semantic unit, something that conveys meaning or information (e.g. a word of written language)
16(linguistics, semiotics) a unit consisting of a signifier and a signified concept. (See sign (semiotics).)
17To engage (a sports player, musician etc.) in a contract.
18To finalise a contractual agreement to work for a given sports team, record label etc.
19To write one's signature.
20To write (one's name) as a signature.
21To make the sign of the cross
22To bless (someone or something) with the sign of the cross
23To mark with the sign of the cross.
24To cross oneself.
25A military emblem carried on a banner or standard.
26An astrological sign.
27A wonder
28Miracle
29Prodigy.
30To determine the sign of
31To calculate or derive whether a quantity has a positive or negative sign.
32To furnish (a road etc.) with signs.
33To use sign language.
34To communicate using gestures to (someone).
35To communicate using a gesture or signal.
36To mark, to put or leave a mark on.
37To make a mark
38To seal (a document etc.) with an identifying seal or symbol.

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What are antonyms for sign?

Common antonyms for sign. These words express opposite or contrasting meanings and can be used to create contrast in writing.

How many antonyms does sign have?

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About antonyms for sign

Finding the right antonym for sign helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "A visible fact that shows that something exists or may happen.", sign has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.

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