Slogan — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈslō-gən/ slo·gan

Meaning & Definition of Slogan

Slogan (noun)

  1. a war cry especially of a Scottish clan
  2. a word or phrase used to express a characteristic position or stand or a goal to be achieved
  3. a brief attention-getting phrase used in advertising or promotion

Slogan (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an attention-getting word or phrase used to publicize something (as a campaign or product)

    "within days, virtually everyone was familiar with the newest advertising slogan for that brand of soda"

    similar: banner, catchphrase, cry, shibboleth, tagline, watchword
    related: expression, idiom, catchword, cliché, maxim, motto, battle cry, war cry

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Slogan

The most common words with a similar meaning to Slogan:

banner, catchphrase, cry, shibboleth, tagline, watchword

Related Words for Slogan

expression, idiom, catchword, cliché, maxim, motto, battle cry, war cry

Origin & Etymology of Slogan

alteration of earlier slogorn, from Scottish Gaelic sluagh-ghairm, from sluagh army, host + gairm cry

First known use: 1513

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Slogan

Frequently Asked Questions about Slogan

What does "Slogan" mean?

"Slogan" means a war cry especially of a Scottish clan. As a noun, it is defined as: a war cry especially of a Scottish clan.

What is another word for "Slogan"?

Other words for "Slogan" include banner, catchphrase, cry, shibboleth, tagline and watchword. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Slogan" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Slogan"?

There are 14 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Slogan". Common alternatives include banner, catchphrase, cry, shibboleth, tagline and watchword.

How do you use "Slogan" in a sentence?

Examples of "Slogan" in a sentence: "within days, virtually everyone was familiar with the newest advertising slogan for that brand of soda".

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

"Slogan" is a noun.

Is "Slogan" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Slogan" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Slogan"?

"Slogan" is pronounced /ˈslō-gən/ and divided into syllables as slo·gan.

What is the origin of the word "Slogan"?

"Slogan" comes from alteration of earlier slogorn, from Scottish Gaelic sluagh-ghairm, from sluagh army, host + gairm cry. First known use: 1513.