meaningful
adjective
- intend, explain, is equivalent to
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.fl̩/ / [ˈmiː.nɪŋ.fl̩] / /ˈmi.nɪŋ.fl̩/
adj
Etymology: From meaning + -ful.
- Having meaning, significant.
“I think we made a meaningful contribution to this project today.”
“"This baby is the one that counts. I dare say Polly here wouldn't want any other, would you, Polly?" "This baby, this baby," said Polly. Wolcott gave Peter Horn a meaningful look. Horn interpreted it correctly. This baby or no more Polly ever again. This baby or Polly would be in a quiet room somewhere staring into space for the rest of her life.”