significantly

adverb

sig·​nif·​i·​cant·​ly sig-ˈni-fi-kənt-lē 

1

: in a significant manner : to a significant degree

the salaries differed significantly

2

: it is significant

significantly, they were on time

Examples of significantly in a Sentence

People who smoke have a significantly greater risk of developing lung cancer than people who don't.

Another store sold the game for a significantly lower price.

If you take my advice, your chances of winning will increase significantly.

He looked significantly in her direction when he said that some of us are not doing our jobs.

Recent Examples on the Web

Anthropic says the revenue-growth thresholds are significantly below its recent actual growth rates. — Wen Shao, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2026

The race attracted attention after Florida lawmakers approved a new congressional map in May 2026, significantly reshaping District 22 and creating an open-seat contest. — Ted Scouten, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

The resulting hybrid powertrain pumps out a very impressive 907 horses, significantly more than the 631 hp produced by even the range-topping Huracán models, the Performante and EVO. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026

Another notable lot was a Cartier rose ruby, emerald and diamond brooch, circa 1940, from the collection of Madame Paulette, which achieved 83,800 euros, significantly exceeding its estimate of 15,000 euros to 20,000 euros. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for significantly

• insignificantly