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importance

[im-pawr-tns] / ɪmˈpɔr tns /
NOUN
significance, weight
Synonyms
STRONGEST
attention concern consequence effect emphasis gravity influence interest priority relevance sense seriousness usefulness value
STRONG
accent bearing caliber denotation distinction drift force gist import materiality moment momentousness notability paramountcy point precedence preponderance purport signification standing stress substance tenor weightiness
WEAK
concernment preponderancy
Antonyms
STRONGEST
beginning cause commencement disadvantage disinterest insignificance origin source start unimportance
STRONG
inferiority
NOUN
prominence, standing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
consequence influence status usefulness
STRONG
conspicuousness distinction eminence esteem fame greatness mark notability note rank reputation salience worth
WEAK
lionization noteworthiness
Antonyms
STRONG
insignificance unimportance

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Iran is demanding oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz pay a toll in cryptocurrency, highlighting its importance to the Iranian regime and economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Fix emphasizes the importance of shopping around beyond your local dealer because of how prices differ regionally.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

"To understand the importance of the clustering for gene transcription, we removed only the specific part of BRD2 responsible for forming clusters while leaving the rest of the protein intact," explains Umut Erdogdu.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

At an earlier slate reveal event last month, the platform’s executives emphasized the importance the company is placing on original storytelling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

“I underestimated the importance of your work. And you left it, stole a car, and ran to London to save me.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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