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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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She also underscored the importance of open shipping lanes, saying "regional supply chains are underpinned by the safe and open navigation of sea".

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

But the munitions strains placed on the U.S. and Iran underscore the importance of cranking out more weaponry.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

As digital advertising gains importance, television advertising revenues are falling, while box-office revenue continues to rise but from a fewer number of blockbuster films.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Riker also has called for caution, stressing the importance of international law and congressional authority in decisions to deploy military force.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

They said they came from the government in Accra with news of the utmost importance.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

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