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significant

[sig-nif-i-kuhnt] / sɪgˈnɪf ɪ kənt /




Usage

What are other ways to say significant? The adjectives significant and meaningful, when describing forms of expression, imply an underlying and unexpressed thought whose existence is plainly shown although its precise nature is left to conjecture. Significant suggests conveying important or hidden meaning: On hearing this statement, he gave the officers a significant glance. Meaningful implies a secret and intimate understanding between the persons involved: Meaningful looks passed between them. 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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The Mayor of Windsor, Drew Dilkins, said he would like the bridge to open but not at the expense of significant trade or economic concessions from the federal government.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Lidl's Rhydian Griffiths said there had been "significant community support for a Lidl foodstore in this location".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Cruising is one way travelers can see significant savings compared with an international trip.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

These days, Tesla stock is all about physical AI, with investors waiting for AI-trained robo-taxis and robots to contribute a significant new earnings stream.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

However, they also have significant social and historical meaning that helps to explain their incredible longevity in the children’s song repertoire.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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