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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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The hollowing out of military veterans from the government, particularly those with the most experience, only increases the importance of defense contractors who are following appropriate procedure.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

It was later sent into a group chat and the importance of the 200 million year old fossil began to become apparent.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

China, France, Japan and Italy—underscoring the strategic importance of the Red Sea to foreign powers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Coltman thought the technical importance of holding the 60,000-70,000 range on bitcoin was more of a factor turning bitcoin sentiment positive.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

“You should know better than anyone the importance of secrecy to security,” Callaway said.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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