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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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South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers commended the students for objecting “in a manner that reflects the importance of civic engagement and respectful discourse.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

This underscores the importance of a true out-of-sample test when calculating AI’s track record.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

As well as highlighting the importance of defence firms, the war creates a need for governments to replenish weapons stocks, boosting demand.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Rare earths, which are used in a plethora of high-tech products, are growing in strategic importance, and the U.S. wants to have a domestic supply chain.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

After remembering some of your favorite children’s songs, you may come to understand their importance.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

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