1
as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
after remarking that tardiness was on the rise, our boss cast a significant glance my way
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2
as in indicative
indicating something
the town's generous library budget is significant of the value its residents place on learning
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3
as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
made a significant change in the procedure for applying for citizenship
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4
as in influential
having great power or influence
a producer who is playing a significant role in the creation of the new film
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5
as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
paid a significant amount of money for the movie rights to the book
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significant differences
remarkable differences
drastic differences
tremendous differences
considerable differences
substantial differences
a significant increase
significant changes
a significant relationship
a meaningful relationship
an important relationship
a relevant relationship
a prominent relationship
a notable relationship
a significant role
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Recent Examples of significant
Advertisement In line with multiple other significant rulings issued by the court on Friday, the six conservative judges Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, Amy Coney Barrett, Brett Kavanaugh, Samuel Alito and Chief Justice John Roberts comprised the majority.
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Callum Sutherland, Time, 27 June 2025
The company operates with significant scale, reaching over 750 million weekly viewers across 80-plus television channels and streaming platform JioHotstar.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 June 2025
In the past five years, the museum has focused on significant improvements to its existing building, including the addition of the new Berg Family Library, upgraded flooring, and other critical enhancements.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2025
Among these are some of the most significant cases argued this term, including a pivotal question concerning birthright citizenship.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 June 2025
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Callum Sutherland, Time, 27 June 2025
The company operates with significant scale, reaching over 750 million weekly viewers across 80-plus television channels and streaming platform JioHotstar.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 June 2025
In the past five years, the museum has focused on significant improvements to its existing building, including the addition of the new Berg Family Library, upgraded flooring, and other critical enhancements.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2025
Among these are some of the most significant cases argued this term, including a pivotal question concerning birthright citizenship.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significant
Adjective
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Sabrina Carpenter is barking back at the backlash surrounding her suggestive album cover.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
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The actor claimed that Perry began texting him over the next few months, making suggestive advances and promising to help Dixon find a job.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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Kelly Pedersen, partner and global retail leader at PwC, said the fact that 40 percent of parents will cut their spending on apparel and shoes is indicative of consumer sentiment at large.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
24 June 2025
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Text Capture is indicative of Google's strategy to make AI features as frictionless as possible.—
Michael Muchmore,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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Pakistan has announced its nomination of President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, crediting him with averting a major conflict in South Asia at a time when the U.S. leader is contemplating intervention in the Middle East.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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Cicero’s goal is to partner with a major player to scale distribution eventually.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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All of this is to say: fitness is the biggest influential player for the Dutch.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Involve influential stakeholders right from the start.—
Apurva Wadodkar,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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News of the plan, which was developed by city administrators but has not been publicly vetted or discussed, has provoked considerable consternation in political, downtown, cultural and preservation circles.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2025
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However, be cautious, as the sand and bits of material can fly out with considerable force.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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In March, more than 250 advocates from 45 states gathered for our annual Headache on the Hill event in Washington, directly engaging lawmakers to advocate for meaningful legislative change.—
Julienne Verdi,
Boston Herald,
22 June 2025
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Young entrepreneurs who share their journey—including what drives them beyond profit—tend to attract more meaningful connections and opportunities than those who only list accomplishments.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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Xi was tougher than most, but his behavior was still reflective of the context of the times.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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This kind of behavior isn’t reflective of Sox fans or the city.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
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Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
24 June 2025
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CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2025
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“Significant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significant. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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