Significance

noun
/sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kəns/

Meaning

the quality of being worthy of attention; importance
the quality of being important, meaningful, or worthy of attention

Example Sentences

The discovery has great significance for medical research.

The significance of the discovery was recognized worldwide.

Example Expressions

of great significance

Synonyms

importance, meaning, consequence, relevance, value, weight
Entry 1
importance, meaning, consequence, relevance
Entry 2
importance, meaning, value, weight, consequence

Antonyms

insignificance, irrelevance, triviality
Entry 1
insignificance, irrelevance, triviality
Entry 2
insignificance, triviality

Collocations

great significance, historical significance, statistical significance, cultural significance, significance level
Entry 1
great significance, historical significance, statistical significance, cultural significance
Entry 2
historical significance, cultural significance, great significance, significance level

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