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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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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent viewed fertilizer and agriculture supply chains as of essential importance.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

The index is derived from how surveyed residents rate their satisfaction in nine quality-of-life categories and about 40 sub-categories, while also rating the relative importance of each measure.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

He also reiterated the importance of dads reaching out for help if they were struggling.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“This underscores the importance of broadening the country’s tax base, reducing tax expenditures, and addressing the long-term pressures stemming from Social Security and Medicare,” the Fund said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“You will watch your recap, and you will continue watching recaps until you learn the importance of a second. We will get this simulation on your schedule for next week.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Suffixes: -ance, -ence

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