Meaning of the word significant in English

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significant

US /sɪɡˈnɪf.ə.kənt/
UK /sɪɡˈnɪf.ə.kənt/
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Adjective

1.

sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy

Example:
There was a significant increase in sales this quarter.
Her contributions to the project were truly significant.
2.

having a special or hidden meaning

Example:
He gave her a significant look across the room.
The silence between them was significant.
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