Signalize: meaning, definitions and examples

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signalize

 

[ ˈsɪɡnəlaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to indicate

To signalize means to make something known or to indicate it clearly, often through signs or gestures. It can also imply pointing out or highlighting something for others to notice.

Synonyms

highlight, indicate, mark, point out.

Examples of usage

  • The teacher signalized the importance of the upcoming exam.
  • He used hand signals to signalize his intentions.
  • The bright colors signalize the arrival of spring.
  • The flashing lights signalized the train's departure.

Translations

Translations of the word "signalize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sinalizar

🇮🇳 संकेत करना

🇩🇪 signalisieren

🇮🇩 menandakan

🇺🇦 сигналізувати

🇵🇱 sygnalizować

🇯🇵 信号を送る

🇫🇷 signaler

🇪🇸 señalizar

🇹🇷 sembolize etmek

🇰🇷 신호를 보내다

🇸🇦 إشارات

🇨🇿 signalizovat

🇸🇰 signalizovať

🇨🇳 标示

🇸🇮 signalizirati

🇮🇸 signalísa

🇰🇿 сигнал беру

🇬🇪 სიგნალიზაცია

🇦🇿 siqnal vermək

🇲🇽 señalizar

Etymology

The term 'signalize' originates from the late 19th century, derived from the word 'signal,' which comes from the Latin 'signalis.' The concept of signaling dates back to ancient times, where various forms of communication were used to convey messages across distances. The process of signalization involves creating a distinct mark or sign that conveys specific information or alerts others to an occurrence. As technology advanced, the meaning expanded to include electronic signals and notifications, reflecting the evolution of communication methods. Thus, the word has adapted over time to encompass various ways of indicating or marking important information.