hallmark

noun
UK: /ˈhɔːlmɑːk/
US: /ˈhɔːlmɑːrk/

  1. A typical feature or characteristic that something is known for.

    1. Honesty is a hallmark of her personality.
    2. Clear prose is a hallmark of good journalism, demonstrating skill and precision.

  2. An official mark on objects made of metal, showing that they are of a stated standard of quality or purity.

    1. This silver bowl has a hallmark.
    2. The antique jewelry bore the hallmark of a renowned silversmith from that era.

Synonyms

characteristic stamp quality feature trademark attribute trait
hallmark transitive-verb

  1. To mark something with a hallmark, indicating its quality or origin.

    1. The product is hallmarked for quality.
    2. The artisan hallmarked each piece to guarantee the authenticity of the materials used.

  2. To be a typical or distinguishing characteristic of something.

    1. Generosity hallmarked their relationship.
    2. Ingenuity and perseverance hallmarked his approach to problem-solving in the lab.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hallmark" in English means: A typical feature or characteristic that something is known for., An official mark on objects made of metal, showing that they are of a stated standard of quality or purity..

The phonetic transcription of "hallmark" is /ˈhɔːlmɑːk/ in British English and /ˈhɔːlmɑːrk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hallmark": characteristic, stamp, quality, feature, trademark, attribute, trait.

Example usage of "hallmark": "Honesty is a hallmark of her personality.". More examples on the page.