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signaletic

signaletic

9.9
About signs and symbols that give meaning, for example in advertising or traffic signs
  • adjective
  • /ˌsɪɡnəˈlɛtɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : semiótico
  • Her thesis focused on the signaletic aspects of visual communication in advertising.

Examples

  • Understanding the signaletic value of gestures is important in cross-cultural studies.

  • The signaletic system used in the museum helps visitors understand the exhibits.

  • The researcher analyzed the signaletic features of traffic signs in different countries.

  • Many artists explore signaletic themes in their work.

  • The researcher analyzed the signaletic features of traffic signs in different countries.

  • Understanding the signaletic value of gestures is important in cross-cultural studies.

  • Her thesis focused on the signaletic aspects of visual communication in advertising.

Synonyms

symbolic
vssignaletic
158 4.3

A way of showing meaning using a color, object or action

is more about the study of how signs convey meaning
semiotic
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
2 8.9

About signs and symbols people use to make and share meaning like pictures or words

focuses more on how signs convey meaning within analytical study
semiotical
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
9.9

Relating to the study of signs and symbols and how they give meaning

stresses how signs convey meaning, not just their interpretation
semiological
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
9.1

Relating to the study of signs and symbols and how people use them

is similar but highlights the role of signs in conveying meaning
symbological
vssignaletic
9.9

Relating to signs that stand for ideas or feelings

is broader, covering signs generally as well as symbol study
symbolical
vssignaletic
7.3

That shows an idea by a sign or object

focuses more on the process of signs creating meaning
symbolistic
vssignaletic
8.4

Using symbols to suggest ideas or feelings instead of saying them directly

is less art-focused and more about signs and their meaning generally
iconological
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
9.9

Relating to understanding what images and symbols mean in works of art

applies more widely to signs and their meaning beyond art

Surface Forms

signaletic positive

Morphology

signaletic = signal (semi-transparent) = signal + etic

Derived from 'signal' but here used in the broader semiotic sense 'relating to signs/symbols', which is close in meaning but may require disciplinary knowledge.

Etymology

Signaletic comes from signal and Latin signum 'sign', with the ending -etic meaning 'related to'. So, signaletic means 'about signs and symbols', which is why it is used for the study of how signs give meaning.