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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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He said no "meaningful steps" had been taken to address US concerns.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

"The only way out of this to reduce gas prices in a meaningful way is solve one or both of the geopolitical tensions that are causing high prices," he said.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

The results showed no meaningful differences in blood lipid levels between those consuming dairy foods with higher levels of natural trans fats and those consuming regular dairy products.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026

“Our business in North America performed below our expectations and represents a meaningful opportunity for improvement,” Chief Executive Ramon Laguarta said in prepared earnings remarks on Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026

I was onstage, and everyone else was in the audience, waiting for me to do something meaningful.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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