significant

Definitions

1. adjective

   Carrying a special meaning.

   Examples

   • She gave him a significant look.
   • Every significant word in the poem matters.
   ≈meaningful
2. adjective

   Having a big or noticeable effect.

   Examples

   • That was a significant step in the right direction.
   • The First World War was a significant event.
   ≈notable≈pregnant
3. adjective

   Fairly large in number or amount.

   Examples

   • A significant number of people attended the rally.
   • They invested a significant amount of money.
4. adjective

   Having a hidden meaning.

   Examples

   • He gave her a significant look across the table.
   • There was something significant in the way she paused.
5. adjective

   In statistics, unlikely to be due to chance.

   Examples

   • The results were statistically significant.
   • Researchers found a significant link between the two factors.
6. adjective

   In math, a digit that adds to a number's precision.

   Examples

   • Round the answer to three significant figures.
   • The measurement was accurate to four significant digits.
7. noun

   In old-fashioned use, a sign or symbol.

   Examples

   • He used dumb significants to show his thoughts.
   • The glass held many significants of old.