na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
Describes something that has importance, value, or clear meaning, often in formal or academic contexts.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun
intentional; volitional
Used in technical or philosophical contexts to describe actions or states that are deliberate or willed. Rare in everyday speech.
These experimental results are statistically significant.
His words carried a meaningful message.
Distinguish between intentional acts and unconscious reactions.
meaningful; significant; worthwhile
significant difference; statistical significance
significance; statistical significance
intentional; deliberate; purposeful
significance level; critical p-value
Compound of 有 (possess, exist) and 意 (mind, meaning). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the spelling is conventionally associated with the meanings 'having meaning' and 'having intention'.