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meaningful

[mee-ning-fuhl] / ˈmi nɪŋ fəl /


Usage

What are other ways to say meaningful? When describing forms of expression, the adjectives meaningful and significant imply an underlying and unexpressed thought whose existence is plainly shown although its precise nature is left to conjecture. Meaningful implies a secret and intimate understanding between the persons involved: Meaningful looks passed between them. Significant suggests conveying important or hidden meaning: On hearing this statement, he gave the officers a significant glance. Expressive suggests conveying, or being capable of conveying, a thought, intention, emotion, etc., in an effective or vivid manner: an expressive gesture.  Suggestive implies an indirect or covert conveying of a meaning, sometimes mentally stimulating, sometimes verging on impropriety or indecency: a suggestive story or remark.

Example Sentences

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However, the Bank was still waiting for any "meaningful data" or evidence on how the conflict was feeding through to the UK economy, or how it was going to affect prices or activity, Bailey said.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

While a request for several studies following approval of the drug is notable, “we do not expect these studies to have any meaningful impact on the competitive positioning of Lilly’s asset,” Seigerman added.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

District officials have previously described such cost-cutting attempts as potentially meaningful, but only marginally helpful given that employee salaries and benefits make up the vast majority of the district’s nearly $19-billion budget.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

AI is a meaningful development with profound societal and economic implications.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

“When you’re a teacher, you always hope that your student will find something meaningful in the assignment to latch on to and that she’ll make it her own.”

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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