asterisk
1 synonym for asterisk, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The star-shaped symbol (*) used in writing to mark a footnote, show an omission, or flag something as an exception.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The star-shaped symbol (*) used in writing to mark a footnote, show an omission, or flag something as an exception.
“The price came with an asterisk pointing to the terms and conditions.”
2. verb
To mark something with an asterisk.
“The editor asterisked every unconfirmed fact in the draft.”
How to use asterisk
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
put an asterisk on
marked with an asterisk
Etymology
From Late Latin asteriscus, "little star," from Greek asterískos, a diminutive of astḗr ("star").
Full origin of asterisk →Frequently asked questions
What does “asterisk” mean?
The word “asterisk” means the star-shaped symbol (*) used in writing to mark a footnote, show an omission, or flag something as an exception. In plain terms, the little star symbol (*) used to flag a footnote, exception, or qualification.
How do you pronounce “asterisk”?
“Asterisk” is pronounced AS-tuh-rihsk (/ˈæstəˌɹɪsk/ in IPA).
How do you use “asterisk” in a sentence?
Here is “asterisk” used in a sentence: “The price came with an asterisk pointing to the terms and conditions.”
What part of speech is “asterisk”?
Depending on how it is used, “asterisk” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “asterisk” come from?
The word “asterisk” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin asteriscus, "little star," from Greek asterískos, a diminutive of astḗr ("star").
How many meanings does “asterisk” have?
“Asterisk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the star-shaped symbol (*) used in writing to mark a footnote, show an omission, or flag something as an exception.
