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sign Antonyms
Opposite of sign
Because the opposite of sign shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To write one's name on a letter, document, or contract to formally authorize, consent to, or authenticate it.
Usage Example
"The CEO is expected to veto the new merger agreement tomorrow morning."
Strong
veto
reject
repudiate
annul
• verb (Context 2)
To engage or contract an individual, such as an employee or athlete, by formally executing an agreement.
Usage Example
"The team hopes to release the star quarterback to a multi-year deal before the season begins."
Strongest
release
Strong
dismiss
fire
drop
waive
• verb (Context 3)
To communicate using hand gestures, particularly using a formal sign language.
Usage Example
"The interpreter began to speak the commencement speech for the deaf audience members."
Strong
speak
vocalize
Similar words to sign
Words similar to sign shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
indication
gesture
signal
sign up
signboard
contract
indicator
symptom
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Sign. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/sign