significance

[sig-nif-i-kuhns] / sɪgˈnɪf ɪ kəns /

NOUN

meaning

Synonyms

STRONGEST

connotation implication sense understanding

STRONG

acceptation drift force heart import kicker meat message nitty-gritty nub point purport score signification stuff

WEAK

bottom line intendment name of the game nature of the beast nuts and bolts punch line significancy

Antonyms

STRONG

exterior exteriority outside

WEAK

insignificance meaninglessness triviality unimportance

NOUN

importance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consequence gravity influence magnitude matter merit prestige relevance virtue weight

STRONG

authority consideration credit excellence import impressiveness moment momentousness perfection pith signification weightiness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

insignificance unimportance weakness

STRONG

disregard disrespect failure imperfection

WEAK

meaninglessness triviality

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But the significance of Panka's casting, and what it represents to other aspiring actors, is not lost on her.

From BBC

"Thanks to National Lottery players, Heritage Fund investment will support the project with essential restoration work and new interpretation panels to share the story and significance of the bridge."

From BBC

According to Reisner, recognizing the significance of unexpected results is an important part of scientific discovery.

From Science Daily

The study appears in the Journal of Bacteriology and was selected as an Editor's Pick, highlighting its significance.

From Science Daily

We break down the significance of the potential locations, including Leimert Park, Central Avenue, Exposition Park, Adams Boulevard near Arlington Avenue and others.

From Los Angeles Times

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