signific /sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪk/adjective 2noun 1forms 1 adjective2 •Representing meaning. •Relating to significs.The graphic component in a character that plays a phonetic role is called phonophoric, and the one that plays a semantic role is called signific. — 2016 noun1 •A signific element in a Chinese character. formssignifics