part of speech: noun
definition 1: something, such as a spot or scar, that can be seen on a surface.
- The wet glass left a mark on the table.
synonyms: trace
definition 2: a symbol or sign.
- Did you remember to put a question mark at the end of that sentence?
synonyms: badge, identification, signature
definition 3: a goal or target.
- His work didn’t come up to the mark.
synonyms: par, standard, target
definition 4: a grade on a school paper or test.
- I am proud of my high marks in school.
synonyms: grade, score
part of speech: verb
inflections: marks, marking, marked
definition 1: to put a mark on.
- Barb’s muddy fingers marked the front door.
definition 2: to label or be a feature of.
- His graceful movements marked him as a dancer.
synonyms: characterize, identify, label
definition 3: to show limits (often followed by “off”).
- This line marks off our property.
definition 4: to give a grade to.
- Mr. Frank marks our homework before he returns it.
synonyms: grade, score
definition 5: to pay attention to; mind.
- Mark well what I am saying.
synonyms: heed, mind, note, regard, take note of
Word Builder: mark +
marker: a pen with a thick tip.
part of speech: noun
definition: a former unit of money in Germany and Finland.
