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stylemark

stylemark

8.8
A clear feature that people notice in someone's work or appearance
  • noun
translation icon : marca de estilo
  • The designer's use of bold colors became her stylemark within the fashion industry.

Examples

  • That quirky sense of humor is a stylemark of his writing, setting him apart from others.

  • A unique brushstroke was the artist's stylemark, instantly recognizable to critics and fans.

  • Her unique stylemark makes her stand out.

  • The stylemark of this brand is its vibrant colors.

  • A unique brushstroke was the artist's stylemark, instantly recognizable to critics and fans.

  • That quirky sense of humor is a stylemark of his writing, setting him apart from others.

  • The designer's use of bold colors became her stylemark within the fashion industry.

Synonyms

signature
vsstylemark
196 3.7

A special style that makes a person or thing easy to recognize

is the broader identifying quality rather than a personal stylistic sign
characteristic
vsstylemark
159 3.4

A feature that makes something different from others

is narrower in use as a clear identifying attribute rather than any feature
attribute
vsstylemark
127 3.8

A quality that a person or thing has

is the focused identifying characteristic rather than any belonging quality
marker
vsstylemark
71 2.0

A sign or symbol that shows who something belongs to

is the abstract identifying quality rather than a physical sign or symbol
marking
vsstylemark
69 3.0

A pattern or sign on something that helps you tell it apart

is the general identifying characteristic rather than a visible sign or pattern
trademark
vsstylemark
49 4.3

A special feature people notice about someone or something

is a general identifying characteristic rather than a formal brand marker
hallmark
vsstylemark
45 3.6

A typical feature that shows what a person, place, or thing is like

is the general identifying attribute rather than a typical or expected sign
fingerprint
vsstylemark
37 2.9

A clear sign that shows a person's style or influence

is the general identifying characteristic rather than proof of specific influence
stamp
vsstylemark
23 4.4

A particular type showing the origin or usual quality of something

is the general identifying attribute rather than a full stylistic type
identifier
vsstylemark
  • Specialized
22 4.9

A word, number and symbol that shows a person or thing

is the identifying attribute concept rather than a technical symbolic label
calling card
vsstylemark
14 4.1

A typical action or sign that helps people notice who someone is

is the plain identifying characteristic rather than an idiomatic recognition cue
earmark
vsstylemark
4 5.6

A clear feature that helps you recognize someone or something

is the general identifying attribute rather than a single specific mark
3 4.0

A feature that makes someone or something different from others

is the same idea but focused on being an identifying attribute
distinctive feature
vsstylemark
2 4.1

A clear quality that makes a person or thing different

is the more general notion of an identifying characteristic without emphasis
lineament
vsstylemark
  • Literature
1 9.9

Distinctive lines or shapes on a face that show how it looks

is the broader identifying attribute not limited to physical appearance
unique trait
vsstylemark
1 3.7

A quality that makes a person or thing stand out

is the basic identifying attribute rather than a uniquely rare feature
unique flair
vsstylemark
1 3.9

A special style that makes someone or something stand out

is the plain identifying characteristic rather than an attention-grabbing personal touch
linga
vsstylemark
9.9

A mark that shows who made or owned something

is the broader identifying attribute rather than a literal sign or mark

Antonyms

31 4.6

A quality that people or things share

How Distinctive

signature
196 3.7
stylemark
8.8
characteristic
159 3.4
feature
566 2.5
attribute
127 3.8

Surface Forms

stylemark singular
stylemarks plural

Morphology

stylemark = style + mark (transparent) = style + mark

The compound is a straightforward combination of two familiar nouns meaning a 'mark' that indicates 'style', so learners can infer the meaning from its parts.

Etymology

Stylemark joins style ('the way someone writes, paints, or dresses') and mark ('a sign'). So a stylemark is a sign of someone's style, like a personal 'trademark', and it helps people recognize them.