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Synonyms & Similar Words
significance
importance
purpose
intention
interpretation
explanation
definition
understanding
concept
notion
idea
sense
implication
connotation
denotation
symbolization
representation
signification
essence
substance
gist
core
heart
crux
nucleus
import
value
worth
purport
drift
tenor
spirit
intent
aim
object
goal
target
direction
orientation
bearing
point
message
theme
motif
meaninglessness
absurdity
Meaning of Meaning
The primary meaning of the word "meaning" refers to what is intended to be, or actually is, expressed or indicated, or the significance of something.
Definitions
- What is intended to be, or actually is, expressed or indicated, such as the meaning of a word or phrase
- The significance or importance of something, such as the meaning of life
- The interpretation or explanation of a word, phrase, or text
Etymology of Meaning
The word "meaning" originated from Old English "mēnan", which means to intend or signify, and is related to the word "mean" which means to intend or signify something
The word has been in use since the 14th century and has evolved to include various senses and connotations, including the idea of significance, importance, or interpretation
Example Uses
- The meaning of the poem is open to interpretation
- The word has a deeper meaning than its literal definition
- The artist's use of color adds meaning to the painting
- The experience gave her a new meaning in life
- The phrase has a different meaning in this context
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
nonsense
absurdity
meaninglessness
insignificance
unimportance
irrelevance
pointlessness
uselessness
futility
emptiness
hollowness
vacuity
ambiguity
obscurity
vagueness
uncertainty
doubt
confusion
bewilderment
perplexity
enigma
puzzle
riddle
mystery