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insignia

[ɪnˈsɪɡniə]

insignia Definition

  • 1a badge or distinguishing mark of military rank, office, or membership of an organization; an official emblem
  • 2a small object such as a pin, that shows which organization or school someone belongs to
  • 3a distinguishing sign or mark

Using insignia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "insignia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soldiers wore the insignia of their respective regiments.

  • Example

    The company's logo is an insignia of a lion.

  • Example

    He proudly displayed his school's insignia on his jacket.

  • Example

    The car had an insignia on the hood indicating its make and model.

insignia Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for insignia

Phrases with insignia

  • coat of arms

    a heraldic design on a shield or escutcheon that represents a person, family, or country

    Example

    The coat of arms of the royal family includes a lion and a unicorn.

  • the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government for acts of valor in combat

    Example

    He received the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the war.

  • a heraldic design used by members of a family to identify themselves

    Example

    The family crest features a shield with a lion and a crown.

Origins of insignia

from Latin 'insignia', neuter plural of 'insignis' meaning 'distinguished'

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Summary: insignia in Brief

An 'insignia' [ɪnˈsɪɡniə] is a badge or emblem that represents military rank, office, or membership of an organization. It can also refer to a small object, such as a pin, that shows which organization or school someone belongs to. The term 'insignia' extends into phrases like 'coat of arms,' 'medal of honor,' and 'family crest,' which denote specific types of insignia.