meaning
/ˈmiːnɪŋ/
noun
- 1
(of words or symbols) The entity, perception, feeling or concept thereby represented or evoked.
- 2
The value, purpose, importance, point or significance (of something beyond the fact of that thing's existence).
“the meaning of life”
- 3
The object or concept that a word or phrase denotes, or that which a sentence says.
- 4
Intention.
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To lament.
verb
- 1
To intend.
- 2
To convey (a meaning).
- 3
To have conviction in (something said or expressed); to be sincere in (what one says).
“Does she really mean what she said to him last night?”
- 4
To cause or produce (a given result); to bring about (a given result).
“One faltering step means certain death.”
- 5
(usually with to) To be of some level of importance.
“Formality and titles mean nothing in their circle.”
adjective
- 1
Having a (specified) intention.
- 2
Expressing some intention or significance; meaningful.
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