meaningful
adjective
Simple meaning
Important, useful or full of purpose.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈminɪŋfəl
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Definition
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adjective
Having a meaning or purpose
Having meaning, significant.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Close in meaning, but not always interchangeable.
Having purpose: having intention or meaning.
Having a noticeable or major effect.
Having substance; enduring; solid; firm; substantial.
Meaningful, having numerous possibilities or implications.
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Word family
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Having no meaning or direction or purpose.
In a meaningful manner.
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Synonyms
Sense: having a meaning or purpose
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