Cue - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
A cue is a signal or prompt that guides an action or response, such as a word, gesture, or event indicating when to begin or proceed in a performance or conversation.
Definition:
A signal or prompt to perform an action, often in performance or sports.
Synonyms:
hint, signal, prompt, indication, sign
Part of Speech:
noun, verb
Antonyms:
ignore, overlook
Common Collocations:
take a cue, miss a cue, give a cue, follow a cue
Derivatives:
cued, cuing/cueing
Usage Tips:
Use "cue" as a noun for signals or as a verb meaning to prompt someone subtly.
Common Phrases:
on cue, right on cue, take one's cue from
Etymology:
Derived from the Latin "quando" (when), via French "queue" (tail) in theatrical usage.
Examples:
- 1. She missed her cue to enter the stage.
- 2. The actor waited for his cue to speak.
- 3. He cued the music at the perfect moment.
- 4. Her smile was my cue to start talking.