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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

Example Sentences

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When releasing these images, Nasa is pushing the scientific importance of this mission, but as journalists, we are asked to look at all the facts around a story.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The exceptional preservation of the site highlights Nida's importance as a key center in Roman Germania.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The company brought in Fiat and Jeep veteran Antonio Filosa as CEO, and he is emphasizing the importance of the U.S. market and the need to regain lost market share.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Erdogan "stressed the importance that Turkey attaches to the safety of navigation in the Black Sea and the crucial nature of the security of energy supply," his office said.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

“He has a quote, 'The life of man is of no greater importance to the universe than that of an oyster.’

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.