Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for importance. Search instead for importdialogen.
Definitions

importance

[im-pawr-tns] / ɪmˈpɔr tns /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

That information may ultimately reveal more about the communities that produced the images and the cultural importance these underground spaces held over thousands of years.

From Science Daily Jul. 28, 2026

However, while she says people with insecure attachment styles should be viewed with more empathy, she acknowledges the importance of self-awareness.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

As Saar’s 100th birthday approached, her work and its groundbreaking importance were celebrated afresh in a slew of articles, including two recent profiles in The Times.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

Nelson also emphasized the importance of sell discipline.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

“I have at my disposal very important materials on many subjects of exceptionally great interest and importance to your government.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

The chromatic differences of other errors of reproduction have seldom practical importances.

From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg

One of the actual penalties of this is that so few of such ancient importances remain definable or presentable.

From Notes of a Son and Brother by James, Henry

All perception of relative importances depends upon a just appreciation of which letters in association’s bond association will most readily dispense with. 

From The Note-Books of Samuel Butler by Butler, Samuel

For when we feel that a painter has made simplicity and subordination of importances his first aim, it is surprising how much shortcoming we will condone as regards actual execution. 

From The Note-Books of Samuel Butler by Butler, Samuel

In the particular juncture, the Secretary of the Navy, Mr. Tracy, took my view of relative importances, and time was secured me.

From From Sail to Steam, Recollections of Naval Life by Mahan, A. T. (Alfred Thayer)




Vocabulary lists containing importance


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training