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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.

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“Grass has given me some of the most meaningful moments of my career, and I’m excited to be back competing on one of the sport’s most iconic stages.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Erich Eilenberger, 43, had worked at a university in digital communications for four years without a meaningful raise or promotion when a more-senior job on his team opened up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

"It was made even more meaningful because you got to enjoy it with us," said Slot.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Together, these later findings strengthen the broader picture: fasting based interventions may reshape the gut microbiome in meaningful ways.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

“I’ll tell my dad you’re with Mrs. Gruver,” he says with a meaningful nod.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan




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