Ink — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈiŋk/

Meaning & Definition of Ink

Ink (noun)

  1. a colored usually liquid material for writing and printing
  2. the black protective secretion of a cephalopod
  3. publicity

Ink (verb)

  1. to put ink on
  2. to draw or write in ink —often used with in
  3. to obliterate with ink —usually used with out

Ink (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to write one's name on (as a document)

    "the basketball star just inked a two-year contract with the most celebrated franchise in the NBA"

    similar: autograph, sign, subscribe
    related: sign up, cosign, countersign, endorse, register, sign on, inscribe, author, pen, pencil (in), scratch (out), scrawl, scribble, notarize

Ink (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in testimonial, write-up

    similar: testimonial, write-up, ballyhoo, hype, publicity, puffery, column, commentary, editorial, feature, report, review, story, article, composition, dispatch, essay, paper, theme, ad, advertisement, commercial, message, plug, promotion, spot, word, pronouncement, publication, release

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ink

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ink:

autograph, sign, subscribe, testimonial, write-up, ballyhoo, hype, publicity, puffery, column, commentary, editorial, feature, report, review, story, article, composition, dispatch, essay, paper, theme, ad, advertisement, commercial, message, plug, promotion, spot, word, pronouncement, publication, release

Related Words for Ink

sign up, cosign, countersign, endorse, register, sign on, inscribe, author, pen, pencil (in), scratch (out), scrawl, scribble, notarize

Word Forms of Ink

Inflections: inked, inking, inks

Derived words: inkiness (noun), inky (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Ink

Middle English enke, from Anglo-French encre, enke, from Late Latin encaustum, from neuter of Latin encaustus burned in, from Greek enkaustos, verbal of enkaiein to burn in encaustic

First known use: 13th century

Words & Phrases Containing Ink

ink in, ink-jet printer, ink pad, india ink, red ink, drowning/awash in red ink, Indian ink, invisible ink

Frequently Asked Questions about Ink

What does "Ink" mean?

"Ink" means a colored usually liquid material for writing and printing. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a colored usually liquid material for writing and printing. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Ink"?

Other words for "Ink" include autograph, sign, subscribe, testimonial, write-up, ballyhoo, hype and publicity. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ink" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ink"?

There are 47 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ink". Common alternatives include autograph, sign, subscribe, testimonial, write-up, ballyhoo, hype, publicity, puffery and column.

How do you use "Ink" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ink" in a sentence: "the basketball star just inked a two-year contract with the most celebrated franchise in the NBA".

Is "Ink" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ink" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Ink"?

"Ink" is pronounced /ˈiŋk/.

What is the origin of the word "Ink"?

"Ink" comes from Middle English enke, from Anglo-French encre, enke, from Late Latin encaustum, from neuter of Latin encaustus burned in, from Greek enkaustos, verbal of enkaiein to burn in encaustic. First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Ink" meaning "to write one's name on (as a document)"?

When "Ink" (verb) means to write one's name on (as a document), synonyms include autograph, sign and subscribe.