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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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
The Biden administration was caught off guard by the brief challenge to South Korea’s democracy, experts say, after the White House invested significant time to forge a landmark security partnership between Washington, Seoul and Tokyo.
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
But as in previous years, state lawmakers failed to take any significant action on hemp in its latest session, which ended Saturday.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025
The study didn’t find any significant link between drinking decaf coffee or tea and the likelihood of healthy aging.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 3 June 2025
However, data shows a significant recent increase in antisemitic terrorist plots or attacks targeting Jewish people, Zionists or Jewish institutions.
—Audrey Conklin, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
But as in previous years, state lawmakers failed to take any significant action on hemp in its latest session, which ended Saturday.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025
The study didn’t find any significant link between drinking decaf coffee or tea and the likelihood of healthy aging.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 3 June 2025
However, data shows a significant recent increase in antisemitic terrorist plots or attacks targeting Jewish people, Zionists or Jewish institutions.
—Audrey Conklin, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significant
Adjective
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Carmichael is an entertaining and observant narrator of his own story, and, ultimately, even jokes about Pop-Tarts or Donald Trump or blowjobs are suggestive reflections of the comedian who tells them.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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As the narrative unfolds, her mundane tasks take a playful turn, with suggestive dance moves punctuating her daydreams, until Wheeler suddenly appears unannounced, leaving both characters caught in a moment of shy intrigue.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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That all of these screen luminaries apparently just popped to Anderson’s set for a day to film a tiny scene is indicative of where the auteur stands at this point in his 31-year career.—
Alissa Wilkinson,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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This was indicative of how history recorded the imprisonment of so many other Maryland political leaders, newspaper editors and other citizens imprisoned under the suspension of habeas corpus which denied their right to present a defense or to even publicly proclaim their side of the story.—
Paul Callahan,
Baltimore Sun,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Catch Up On The Story Chelsea can become the first club to win all four major UEFA trophies – but who else could complete the set?—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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In 2023, her daughter, McKenna Kelley, revealed Retton was struggling with some major health issues that ultimately landed her in the hospital for more than a month..—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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Giorgio’s death served to protect larger interests, such as contracts and political relationships between the city’s influential families.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
3 June 2025
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On the line was one of the most influential and inspiring matriarchs in culture today.—
Greta Bjornson,
People.com,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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But barring a considerable deterioration of the macroeconomic climate, another production hike appears to be on the horizon next month as well.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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According to data presented by Soltero, both Oak Terrace and Red Oak have seen a considerable decline in enrollment in a five-year period, although Oak Terrace has seen more than double that of Red Oak; about 31% compared to Red Oak’s 13%.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Working with Halsey, who also lives with Ehlers-Danlos, was particularly meaningful.—
Mike Wass,
Variety,
29 May 2025
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One of the most meaningful aspects of that work has been choosing to stand beside leaders whose missions extend the reach of my own practice.—
Sonia Singh,
Rolling Stone,
29 May 2025
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The actress goes on to stay that specific moment is reflective of why their relationship flourishes.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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These many watering holes are reflective of the Lone Star state's varied geographic regions, from bald cypress swamps to mountainous desert lakes.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Make paper copies of important documents such as birth certificates and insurance policies.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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That stuff is important for screening purposes, but can cause a lot of unnecessary anxiety.—
Mathilde Ross,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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“Significant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significant. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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