To “mean” is to have in the mind as a purpose, an intention. Something meaningful describes an entity that holds significance and intent.

The idea of meaning is objectively displayed, yet we might not agree on what is meaningful, and what is meaningless. The assignment and determination of meaning and purpose is entirely subjective.

Everything that matters to you is determined based on what you assign to carry meaning. This point might seem obvious and easy to understand, but it is difficult to fully incorporate.