meaningful
pronunciation
How to pronounce meaningful in British English:
UK [ˈmi:nɪŋfl]
How to pronounce meaningful in American English:
US [ˈminɪŋfəl]
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- Adjective:
- having a meaning or purpose
Word Origin
- meaningful (adj.)
- 1827, from meaning (n.) + -ful. Related: Meaningfully.
Example
- 1. And then the data becomes meaningful .
- 2. These are not necessarily meaningful interactions if they happen just once .
- 3. Alternatives include discussions and meaningful exchanges . "
- 4. Satisfaction skews the opposite way for men , most of whom agree that their work is meaningful and satisfying .
- 5. Many things in my life are meaningful to me .