B2adverb 2K

Significantly

🇬🇧 UK /["/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli/"]/

Meaning of Significantly

in a way that is large or important enough to have an effect on something or to be noticed

In simple words: More than a little or in an important way.

Significantly in a sentence

• The results of the study indicated that significantly more people preferred the new product over the old one.
• She changed her diet, and her health improved significantly in just a few months.
• The project was significantly delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
• The investment will significantly boost the local economy.
• There was a significantly high level of interest in the seminar last week.

How to use Significantly

Use 'significantly' in formal writing or speech to show importance. Avoid in casual conversation unless emphasizing a major point.

Grammar pattern

significantly + verb/adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'significant' as important — 'significantly' means really important!

Related words

Collocations with Significantly

• significantly increase
• significantly improve
• significantly different
• significantly affect

Synonyms for Significantly

• considerably
• substantially
• noticeably
• markedly
• remarkably

Opposites of Significantly

• insignificantly
• slightly

Common mistakes with Significantly

• Using 'significantly' when 'slightly' is more appropriate in context.
• Confusing 'significantly' with 'significative' which is not commonly used.
• Placing it incorrectly in a sentence, for example, at the end instead of before the word it modifies.

Frequently asked questions about Significantly

What does Significantly mean?

More than a little or in an important way.

What is the definition of Significantly?

in a way that is large or important enough to have an effect on something or to be noticed

How do you use Significantly in a sentence?

The results of the study indicated that significantly more people preferred the new product over the old one.

Can you give another example of Significantly?

She changed her diet, and her health improved significantly in just a few months.

What are synonyms for Significantly?

Common alternatives include considerably, substantially, noticeably, markedly, remarkably.

What is the opposite of Significantly?

Opposite meanings include insignificantly, slightly.

What words go with Significantly?

It commonly pairs with significantly increase, significantly improve, significantly different, significantly affect.

What are common mistakes when using Significantly?

Using 'significantly' when 'slightly' is more appropriate in context. Confusing 'significantly' with 'significative' which is not commonly used. Placing it incorrectly in a sentence, for example, at the end instead of before the word it modifies.

How do you pronounce Significantly?

US: /["/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli/"]/, UK: /["/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Significantly?

Use 'significantly' in formal writing or speech to show importance. Avoid in casual conversation unless emphasizing a major point.

What CEFR level is Significantly?

"Significantly" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.