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 front line in Ukraine has not moved in any significant way since Ukrainian forces liberated the southern city of Kherson in November 2023.
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Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 15 June 2025
Israel also said the strikes took out a significant chunk of Iran's ballistic missile stockpile.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
In response, Iran fired hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones into Israel, causing multiple casualties and causing significant damage to an oil refinery and prominent science institute.
—Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 15 June 2025
The storms have brought significant thunder and lightning but generally have been accompanied by light rainfall, a tenth of an inch or less.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
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Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 15 June 2025
Israel also said the strikes took out a significant chunk of Iran's ballistic missile stockpile.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
In response, Iran fired hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones into Israel, causing multiple casualties and causing significant damage to an oil refinery and prominent science institute.
—Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 15 June 2025
The storms have brought significant thunder and lightning but generally have been accompanied by light rainfall, a tenth of an inch or less.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significant
Adjective
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Commenters argued the suggestive nature of the song could direct bad actors toward LaR'iyah's videos.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
11 June 2025
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The movie is quite true to its world - a world full of slapstick comedy, unfunny jokes, and vulgar and suggestive dialogues.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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Some haven’t aged well, but a lot of it was indicative of public opinion at the time.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
11 June 2025
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There’s a lot of reasons why the information for May is not indicative of what will happen the rest of the year.—
Richard Kestenbaum,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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This happened when the former Crystal Ice plant burned down some years ago in the midst of another major redevelopment project, on the R Street Corridor.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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Alcaraz has now beaten Sinner – who had won 20 straight major matches – five straight times.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Kennedy, who has a history of hostility toward vaccines and has promoted conspiracy theories, earlier this week took the unprecedented step of removing all 17 members of the influential Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP.—
Bruce Japsen,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The movie charts the influential British rock group's origin story in the late 1960s, from their earliest days – and how everybody wasn't all about that now-iconic name – to their meteoric rise as one of the world's biggest bands.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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In May, the board of supervisors unanimously backed recommendations from county staff to move the excess money around, with a considerable amount going to the Sheriff’s Office.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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Now, terming him a sweetener might be overstatement, after a considerable sophomore slump.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Authentic leaders define success by impact, growth, and meaningful contribution.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Boulder suspect attacks pro-Israel supporters David said the holiday of Shavuot, which celebrates Jewish unity, made the timing of the FBI visit especially meaningful.—
Alexandra Koch , Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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The selection was emblematic of the six-song set, where a loose, reflective Vedder leaned heavily on covers.—
Eric Renner Brown,
Billboard,
13 June 2025
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Already heading into year 10 in the NFL, Prescott shakes his head with a reflective smile any time the subject comes up.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2025
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But what’s even more important is how the couple got together in the first place.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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This is one of the most important services of their lives.—
Buddha Lo,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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“Significant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significant. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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