mark (Meaning)

Wordnet

mark (n)

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

a distinguishing symbol

a reference point to shoot at

a visible indication made on a surface

the impression created by doing something unusual or extraordinary that people notice and remember

a symbol of disgrace or infamy

formerly the basic unit of money in Germany

Apostle and companion of Saint Peter; assumed to be the author of the second Gospel

a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

a written or printed symbol (as for punctuation)

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

the shortest of the four Gospels in the New Testament

an indication of damage

a marking that consists of lines that cross each other

something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal

Wordnet

mark (v)

attach a tag or label to

designate as if by a mark

be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense

celebrate by some ceremony or observation

make or leave a mark on

to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful

notice or perceive

mark with a scar

make small marks into the surface of

establish as the highest level or best performance

make underscoring marks

remove from a list

put a check mark on or near or next to

assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation

insert punctuation marks into

Webster

mark (n.)

A license of reprisals. See Marque.

An old weight and coin. See Marc.

The unit of monetary account of the German Empire, equal to 23.8 cents of United States money; the equivalent of one hundred pfennigs. Also, a silver coin of this value.

A visible sign or impression made or left upon anything; esp., a line, point, stamp, figure, or the like, drawn or impressed, so as to attract the attention and convey some information or intimation; a token; a trace.

A character or device put on an article of merchandise by the maker to show by whom it was made; a trade-mark.

A character (usually a cross) made as a substitute for a signature by one who can not write.

A fixed object serving for guidance, as of a ship, a traveler, a surveyor, etc.; as, a seamark, a landmark.

A trace, dot, line, imprint, or discoloration, although not regarded as a token or sign; a scratch, scar, stain, etc.; as, this pencil makes a fine mark.

An evidence of presence, agency, or influence; a significative token; a symptom; a trace; specifically, a permanent impression of one's activity or character.

That toward which a missile is directed; a thing aimed at; what one seeks to hit or reach.

Attention, regard, or respect.

Limit or standard of action or fact; as, to be within the mark; to come up to the mark.

Badge or sign of honor, rank, or official station.

Preeminence; high position; as, particians of mark; a fellow of no mark.

A characteristic or essential attribute; a differential.

A number or other character used in registring; as, examination marks; a mark for tardiness.

Image; likeness; hence, those formed in one's image; children; descendants.

One of the bits of leather or colored bunting which are placed upon a sounding line at intervals of from two to five fathoms. The unmarked fathoms are called deeps.

Webster

mark (v. t.)

To put a mark upon; to affix a significant mark to; to make recognizable by a mark; as, to mark a box or bale of merchandise; to mark clothing.

To be a mark upon; to designate; to indicate; -- used literally and figuratively; as, this monument marks the spot where Wolfe died; his courage and energy marked him for a leader.

To leave a trace, scratch, scar, or other mark, upon, or any evidence of action; as, a pencil marks paper; his hobnails marked the floor.

To keep account of; to enumerate and register; as, to mark the points in a game of billiards or cards.

To notice or observe; to give attention to; to take note of; to remark; to heed; to regard.

Webster

mark (v. i.)

To take particular notice; to observe critically; to note; to remark.

Synonyms & Antonyms of mark

mark Sentence Examples

  1. The professor made a mark on the whiteboard to indicate the starting point.
  2. The carpenter's mark served as a guide for the saw.
  3. A slight mark on the floor revealed a hidden flaw.
  4. The bullet left a mark on the target, proving its accuracy.
  5. The storm left its mark on the city, with fallen trees and damaged buildings.
  6. A scar was the only mark left of the surgery.
  7. The ancient ruin bore the marks of time and human occupation.
  8. The tattoo artist inscribed a permanent mark on his client's skin.
  9. A mark of approval symbolized the completion of a task.
  10. A watermark on a document ensured its authenticity.

FAQs About the word mark

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance), a distinguishing symbol, a reference point to shoot at, a visible indication made

label, tag, stamp, identify,designate, ticket, hallmark, name, brand, call

pet, favorite, pet,favorite,,darling, darling

The professor made a mark on the whiteboard to indicate the starting point.

The carpenter's mark served as a guide for the saw.

A slight mark on the floor revealed a hidden flaw.

The bullet left a mark on the target, proving its accuracy.