meaningful
adjective
mean·ing·ful
ˈmē-niŋ-fəl 
1
a
: having a meaning or purpose
The tests did not produce any meaningful results.
b
: full of meaning : significant
a meaningful life
a meaningful relationship
2
: having an assigned function in a language system
meaningful propositions
meaningfulness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of meaningful in a Sentence
The test did not produce any meaningful results.
She looked at him in a meaningful way.
He wanted to feel that his job was meaningful.
The trip turned out to be very meaningful for both of them.
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George Yang, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
Its timeless immensity and beautiful stillness helps reframe our ridiculously anxious era into something more meaningful.
—Abbey Stone, SELF, 31 Oct. 2024
In that way, meaningful Diwali decor cannot be bought or sold.
—Prinita Thevarajah, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
The initiative aims to address critical needs in below-the-line positions within the film industry while creating meaningful pathways for emerging Latino talent.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Meaningful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meaningful. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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meaningful
adjective
mean·ing·ful
ˈmē-niŋ-fəl
1
: having a meaning or purpose
meaningful work
2
: full of meaning : significant
a meaningful experience
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