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symbol Synonyms

Another word for symbol

Choosing another word for symbol depends on context, so the 26 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A mark, sign, or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process.

Usage Example

"The chemical sign for water is H2O."

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sign
character
Strong
mark
glyph
ideogram
pictogram
logogram
cipher

• noun (Context 2)

A tangible object or shape that represents or stands for something else, especially an abstract idea or concept.

Usage Example

"The dove is universally recognized as a emblem of peace."

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emblem
token
Strong
sign
representation
icon
badge
insignia
metaphor
Weak
totem

• verb (Context 3)

To represent or typify (something); to serve as a symbol for.

Usage Example

"In classical literature, the changing of the seasons often symbols the stages of human life."

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symbolize
represent
stand for
typify
Strong
emblemize
signify
embody
denote
betoken
personify

• Nearby Words

symbiosis
symbiote
symbiotic
symbol
symbolic
symbolically
symbolism

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Symbol. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/symbol
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