Slight and Significant

Opposite meaning words

Slight adjective - Lacking importance.

Usage example: a slight comedy that did nothing to further her career

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Significant is an antonym for slight in topics: small, insignificant, noticeable, thin.

Significant adjective - Having great meaning or lasting effect.

Usage example: made a significant change in the procedure for applying for citizenship

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Slight is an antonym for significant in minor topic.

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