sig·nif·i·cance 
/sɪgˈnɪfɪkəns/ noun
/sɪgˈnɪfɪkəns/ noun 1 : the quality of being important : the quality of having notable worth or influence [noncount] ▪ The discovery has great significance to researchers. ▪ His age is of little significance. ▪ This building should be preserved because of its historical significance. ▪ Does the ceremony have any religious significance? [singular] ▪ Her work has a significance that will last beyond her lifetime. — opposite insignificance 2 : the meaning of something [noncount] ▪ I failed to understand/grasp/appreciate the significance of her remarks. ▪ Does the date March 16 have some special significance to/for you? [singular] ▪ People in ancient times assigned a particular significance to the number seven.
