■ verb ( signifies , ~ing , signified )
1》 be an indication of.
2》 be a symbol of; have as meaning.
3》 (of a person) indicate or declare (a feeling or intention).
4》 [with negative ] be of importance.
5》 US informal (among black Americans) exchange boasts or insults as a game or ritual.
Derivatives
signification noun
significative adjective
Origin
ME: from OFr. signifier , from L. significare 'indicate, portend', from signum 'token'.