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signaletic

signaletic

1 9.9
About signs and symbols that give meaning, for example in advertising or traffic signs
  • adjective
  • /ˌsɪɡnəˈlɛtɪk/
  • Specialized
: 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
156 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
symbolical
vssignaletic
1 7.3

That shows an idea by a sign or object

focuses more on the process of signs creating meaning
symbolistic
vssignaletic
1 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
semiological
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
1 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
1 9.9

Relating to signs that stand for ideas or feelings

is broader, covering signs generally as well as symbol study
iconological
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
1 9.9

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

applies more widely to signs and their meaning beyond art
semiotical
vssignaletic
  • Specialized
1 9.9

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

stresses how signs convey meaning, not just their interpretation

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.