All Definitions for Token
Below are all the dictionary definitions of token:
1Something serving as an expression of something else.
2A keepsake.
3A piece of stamped metal or plastic, etc., used as a form of currency
4A voucher that can be exchanged for goods or services.
5A small physical object, often designed to give the appearance of a common thing, used to represent a person or character in a board game or other situation.
6A minor attempt for appearance's sake, or to minimally comply with a requirement
7A formality.
8A member of a group of people that is included within a larger group to comply with a legal or social requirement.
9Support for a belief
10Grounds for an opinion.
11An extraordinary event serving as evidence of supernatural power.
12An object or disclosure to attest or authenticate the bearer or an instruction.
13A seal guaranteeing the quality of an item.
14Something given or shown as a symbol or guarantee of authority or right
15A sign of authenticity, of power, good faith.
16A tally.
17A particular thing to which a concept applies.
18An atomic piece of data, such as a word, for which a meaning may be inferred during parsing.
19A conceptual object that can be possessed by a computer, process, etc. in order to regulate a turn-taking system such as a token ring network.
20A meaningless placeholder used as a substitute for sensitive data.
21A lexeme
22A basic, grammatically indivisible unit of a language such as a keyword, operator or identifier.
23A single example of a certain word in a text or corpus.
24A characteristic sign of a disease or of a bodily disorder, a symptom
25A sign of a bodily condition, recovery, or health.
26Ten and a half quires, or, commonly, 250 sheets, of paper printed on both sides
27Also, in some cases, the same number of sheets printed on one side, or half the number printed on both sides.
28A bit of leather having a peculiar mark designating a particular miner. Each hewer sent one of these with each corf or tub he had hewn.
29A thin bed of coal indicating the existence of a thicker seam at no great distance.
30A physical object used for exchange between drivers and signalmen on single track lines.
31In a loom, a colored signal to show the weaver which shuttle to use.
32A piece of metal given beforehand to each person in the congregation who is permitted to partake of the Lord's Supper.
33Done as an indication or a pledge.
34Perfunctory or merely symbolic
35Done or existing for appearance's sake, or to minimally comply with a requirement.
36Included in minimal numbers in order to create an impression or illusion of diversity, especially ethnic or gender diversity.
37To betoken, indicate, portend, designate, denote
38To betroth
39To symbolize, instantiate
40Evidence, proof
41A confirming detail
42Physical trace, mark, footprint.
43A livid spot upon the body, indicating, or supposed to indicate, the approach of death.
About synonyms for token
Finding the right synonym for token helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "Something serving as an expression of something else.", token has 1 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Item is the most direct replacement in most situations.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for token, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.