meaningful
UK: ˈmiːnɪŋfʊl | US: ˈmiːnɪŋfəl
adj. having a clear purpose or significance
adj. expressing or conveying meaning effectively
adj. emotionally or intellectually valuable
The word "meaningful" combines "meaning," derived from Old English "mǣnan" (to intend, signify), with the suffix "-ful," from Old English "-full" (full of). The suffix "-ful" transforms nouns into adjectives, indicating abundance or possession of the root's quality. Over time, "meaningful" evolved to describe things imbued with purpose, depth, or emotional resonance, reflecting the logical progression from "full of meaning" to its modern nuanced uses.
She gave him a meaningful glance during the meeting.
The ceremony was a meaningful tribute to their sacrifices.
His research aims to find meaningful solutions to climate change.
The artist’s work is both beautiful and meaningful.
They shared a meaningful conversation about their future.