significant effect

[sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt ɪˈfɛkt]
noun phrasepl: significant effects
efeito significativo
1. A notable or important result or consequence that has measurable impact or influence on something
The new policy had a significant effect on employee productivity.
A nova política teve um efeito significativo na produtividade dos funcionários.
2. In statistics, a result that is unlikely to have occurred by chance and meets predetermined thresholds of probability
The study showed a significant effect of the treatment on patient recovery rates.
O estudo mostrou um efeito significativo do tratamento nas taxas de recuperação dos pacientes.
3. A substantial or considerable influence or consequence in research, business, or general contexts
Climate change is having a significant effect on global ecosystems.
As mudanças climáticas estão tendo um efeito significativo nos ecossistemas globais.
This term is widely used in scientific, academic, and professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it is particularly common in research reports, business presentations, and policy discussions. The phrase maintains formal academic language and is essential in statistical and scientific communication across both cultures.
NYC Slang
big impact / makes a real difference
Synonyms / Sinônimos
substantial effectimportant consequencemeaningful impactnotable resultconsiderable influence
Antonyms / Antônimos
negligible effectinsignificant effectminor consequencetrivial resultimperceptible impact

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
efeito significativo
Standard term used in academic, scientific, and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
efeito significativo
Same as general Brazilian; no regional variation
São Paulo
efeito significativo
Preferred in corporate and academic environments; common in business reports
Portugal
efeito significativo
Identical usage; no variations between Brazilian and European Portuguese

Related Words

impactconsequenceinfluenceresultoutcomestatistical significance

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a significant effect on something
have a significant effect on something
produce a significant effect
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