Significantly: meaning, definitions and examples

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significantly

[ sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli ]

^{Context #1}

in a notable manner

In a way that is large or important enough to be noticed or have an effect.

Synonyms

considerably, noticeably, substantially

Examples of usage

He significantly improved his performance at work.
The new policy significantly reduced the company's expenses.
The medication significantly decreased the patient's pain.

^{Context #2}

to a great extent or degree

To a sufficiently great extent or degree to be worthy of attention.

Synonyms

considerably, greatly, markedly

Examples of usage

She has significantly more experience in this field than her colleagues.
The company's profits have increased significantly over the past year.
The project has progressed significantly since the last update.

Translations

Translations of the word "significantly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 significativamente

🇮🇳 महत्वपूर्ण रूप से

🇩🇪 erheblich

🇮🇩 secara signifikan

🇺🇦 значно

🇵🇱 znacząco

🇯🇵 著しく

🇫🇷 significativement

🇪🇸 significativamente

🇹🇷 önemli ölçüde

🇰🇷 상당히

🇸🇦 بشكل ملحوظ

🇨🇿 významně

🇸🇰 významne

🇨🇳 显著地

🇸🇮 znatno

🇮🇸 verulega

🇰🇿 едәуір

🇬🇪 მნიშვნელოვნად

🇦🇿 əhəmiyyətli dərəcədə

🇲🇽 significativamente

Word origin

The word 'significantly' originated from the Latin word 'significans', which means 'meaningful' or 'important'. It has been used in the English language since the late 16th century. Over time, 'significantly' has become a widely recognized adverb that emphasizes the importance or impact of a particular action, event, or change.