Totem: an object or symbol representing kinshipĢ5. Token: an expression, sign, or symbol (also, among other meanings, a characteristic, or a keepsake)Ģ4. Stamp: a distinctive character, indication, or mark, or a lasting impression (also, the act of stamping or the device used for stamping, as well as a piece of paper fastened to another object as proof of payment)Ģ3. Badge: a sign symbolizing achievement, authority, or membership 3. Rune: a particular type of alphabetical character later associated with magic (plus additional meanings)Ģ2. Attribute: an object, especially in representational art, signifying a person or place, or authority (also, a characteristic or quality or a word describing a quality) 2. Pictograph: a symbol in a pictorial system of communicationĢ1. Monogram: an identifying sign often consisting of conjoined initialsĢ0. Logo (also logograph and logogram): a statement or symbol of identification, or a mottoġ9. Insignia: a sign of authority, honor, or rankġ8. Imprimatur: approval, license, or sanction, or a mark thereofġ7. Homologation: official approval or confirmationġ6. Hallmark: a mark signifying approval or authenticity (also, a distinguishing feature or trait)ġ3. Ensign: a sign of authority, or a sign or a flag (also, a military rank or someone holding that rank)ġ2. Emblem: a symbol associated with a particular thing or conceptġ1. Device: a heraldic symbol (plus additional meanings)ġ0. Cryptograph (and cryptogram): a sign with hidden meaning or significance (also, a coded message)ĩ. Crest: see “coat of arms” (plus additional meanings)Ĩ. Colophon: a printer’s or publisher’s symbol (also, an inscription providing information about the production of a publication)ħ. Cognizance: a distinguishing sign (plus additional meanings)Ħ. Coat of arms: a heraldic symbol or combination of symbols, or one or more symbols serving a similar function (also, a garment on which such symbols are employed)ĥ. Cachet: a seal used to denote official approval, or an indication of prestigious approval (plus additional meanings, including “prestige”)Ĥ. Badge: a sign symbolizing achievement, authority, or membershipģ. Attribute: an object, especially in representational art, signifying a person or place, or authority (also, a characteristic or quality or a word describing a quality)Ģ. Here are many words conveying subtle shades of meaning about signs and symbols.ġ. Various words referring to pictorial representations of objects or ideas often have precise connotations.
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