signify
/ˈsɪɡnɪˌfaɪ/
verb
- To be a sign or indication of something; to mean.
- The ringing bell signifies the start of class.
- Her silence signified that she did not agree.
- A red sky at night often signifies good weather the next day.
- To make something known; to express or communicate.
- He signified his approval with a nod.
- The ambassador signified the country's support for the treaty.
- She signified her intention to resign by sending an email.
- To be important or matter (often used in negative constructions).
- His opinion doesn't signify in this decision.
- Does it signify whether we arrive early or late?
- In the grand scheme of things, that mistake doesn't signify much.