significantly
adverb
sig·nif·i·cant·ly
sig-ˈni-fi-kənt-lē 
1
: in a significant manner : to a significant degree
the salaries differed significantly
2
: it is significant
significantly, they were on time
Examples of significantly in a Sentence
People who smoke have a significantly greater risk of developing lung cancer than people who don't.
Another store sold the game for a significantly lower price.
If you take my advice, your chances of winning will increase significantly.
He looked significantly in her direction when he said that some of us are not doing our jobs.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Jan. 2025
Hydrogen is emerging as a crucial component of the global energy transition, offering a versatile and clean fuel option that could significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2025
The Rockies have a rotation in place, but Stroman would significantly boost the pitching staff.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
Refusing a promotion in some cases is the smartest move, especially if the role comes with significantly more responsibilities, higher expectations, and no clear payoff.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for significantly
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“Significantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/significantly. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.
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