English

significant

sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt
Meaning: sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

There has been a significant increase in sales this year.
There has been a significant increase in sales this year.
The union is negotiating for a significant increase in basic pay.
The union is negotiating for a significant increase in basic pay.
The most significant changes occurred during the last decade.
The most significant changes occurred during the last decade.
The company announced significant financial losses this year.
The company announced significant financial losses this year.
The new technology had a significant impact on our lives.
The new technology had a significant impact on our lives.

Usage Notes

Describes something large enough to have a noticeable effect.

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