Definition

A symbol or badge that represents a person's rank, membership, or nationality.

Example

The soldier wore his insignia proudly on his uniform.

Conversation

Have you seen the new insignia they designed for our club?

Yeah, I saw it online! It looks really cool.

I think it represents us well; the insignia captures our spirit perfectly.

Absolutely! It will be great to wear it at the next event.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insignia is derived from the Latin "insignis" (meaning marked or distinguished) and the suffix "-ia" (used to form nouns). The word signifies distinguishing marks or symbols that denote rank or office.

Memory Tip

Think of 'marked' or 'distinguished' to remember that 'insignia' refers to symbols that show someone's rank or status.

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