1
as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
gave a meaningful sigh when I asked her how things were going
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
his time in office was too brief to accomplish anything meaningful
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of meaningful
His recent and sudden passing reminds us that the most meaningful legacies are not measured in headlines, but built on humility, generosity, kindness and the mentorship of others.
—
Peter Zaffino, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2025
At the world premiere of Hulu’s new legal drama, All’s Fair, Berkley reflected on just how meaningful her experience in the 1996 film was and the great impact Keaton had on her as a young actress.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Harrison referenced Freud’s theory of sublimation—the redirection of instinctual drives into more meaningful, productive forms.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
The meaningful, moving event is completely free to attend.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for meaningful
Peter Zaffino, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2025
At the world premiere of Hulu’s new legal drama, All’s Fair, Berkley reflected on just how meaningful her experience in the 1996 film was and the great impact Keaton had on her as a young actress.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Harrison referenced Freud’s theory of sublimation—the redirection of instinctual drives into more meaningful, productive forms.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
The meaningful, moving event is completely free to attend.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for meaningful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meaningful
Adjective
-
But as multiple advertising world sources note, Apple has hired its fair share of TV and streaming video veterans over the past couple of years, which, when combined with this newfound desire to cut deals to expand Apple TV’s reach, is certainly suggestive of broader ambitions.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Oct. 2025
-
Competing in a new space The upcoming feature puts OpenAI in direct competition with Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot, which has leaned into suggestive and anime-style interactions.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
-
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
The Creature survives, becomes smarter and even eloquent, and vengefully chases Frankenstein all the way to the Arctic.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
-
Kidman was eloquent and warm, leavening her more introspective thoughts with a twinkly laugh.—
Wendell Steavenson,
Vogue,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
Beane, however, had better hope his incoming defensive reinforcements make a significant push to keep 2025 on the Super Bowl track.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
-
The university’s recent efforts in using real-time analysis of digital medical records to predict sepsis, a deadly blood infection, in emergency department patients have garnered significant national attention.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
There’s a little freedom to his hockey, an expressive, creative way of looking at it.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
-
Additionally, the mill offers experimental coatings and creative color treatments, resulting in bold and expressive takes on denim.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
With that being said, there has been a major injury scenario leading up to the game.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
-
Young people in Africa have been increasingly vocal, calling for major reforms amid growing unrest.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
The rapper wears a figure-hugging red dress with a revealing neckline and small cutouts throughout.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
-
The episodes included many famous guests, including Obama, as well as Robin Williams and Paul McCartney, and offered a revealing look at Maron’s own life, with the host often talking about his personal life, pet peeves and grudges and relationships with the guests on the show.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
Nichols previously found a historic penny there — notably, it was clipped to half its value.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
-
Additionally, the trucks used to collect yard waste, which are the same ones used for leaf collection and large debris removal like the services needed during the historic flood in August, need to be replaced within the next few years.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
20 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Meaningful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meaningful. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share