The meaning of SIGNIFICANT is having meaning; especially : full of import : suggestive. How to use significant in a sentence.

SIGNIFICANT definition: important and deserving of attention; of consequence. See examples of significant used in a sentence.

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Define significant. significant synonyms, significant pronunciation, significant translation, English dictionary definition of significant. adj. 1. a. Having or expressing a meaning: Are the markings …

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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2025 sig•nif•i•cant /sɪgˈnɪfɪkənt/ adj. important; of consequence: a significant event in world history. having a …

A significant number of customers complained about the service. He won a significant amount of money. There is a significant difference in prices between the two stores.

2 days ago · Reasonably large in number or amount. Having a covert or hidden meaning. (statistics) Having a low probability of occurring by chance (for example, having high …

Definition of significant adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

A significant fact, event, or thing is one that is important or shows something. Time would appear to be the significant factor in this whole drama. ...a very significant piece of legislation. I think it …