significantly

adverb

sig·​nif·​i·​cant·​ly sig-ˈni-fi-kənt-lē How to pronounce significantly (audio)
Synonyms of significantly
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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Of the 13 most competitive Senate races, seven Republicans have expressed skepticism or outright opposition to the agreement that is unlikely to significantly affect high diesel costs contributing to broader inflation. — Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026 If the program’s funding shortfall is not addressed in the immediate future, benefits could be cut significantly starting in 2032. — P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 14 Oct. 2026 Data from Gas Infrastructure Europe indicates current storage levels stand at roughly 73%, significantly beneath the five-year average of 89%. — CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026 Rainfall has significantly lowered the fire activity, the DNR said Tuesday. — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for significantly

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of significantly was in 1577

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“Significantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/significantly. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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