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SIGNIFICANCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Significance.

How to pronounce significance:

US

Significance - as a noun

The quality of being significant

Example: "Do not underestimate the significance of nuclear power"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
importance16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
insignificance22

A meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred

Example: "The significance of his remark became clear only later"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
implication17import10

Example Sentences

"The significance of the discovery cannot be overstated."
"She downplayed the significance of the award."
"The historical significance of the monument attracted tourists from around the world."
"His research has great scientific significance."
"The significance of her words became clear later."
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Word Game Points

Is SIGNIFICANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, significance is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SIGNIFICANCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is SIGNIFICANCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, significance is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIGNIFICANCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is SIGNIFICANCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, significance is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIGNIFICANCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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