Definitions

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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It’s hard to overstate the importance of the Court’s decision for the law and the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Prince William this week was talking about the importance of male role models, and of course everyone was really thinking: "What about your uncle?"

From BBC

The continued vital importance of oil to the global economy means that any threat to supplies is automatically bearish for most companies that aren’t actually in the oil business.

From MarketWatch

The results also highlight the importance of partnerships between academic research and industry, along with creative uses of available technology.

From Science Daily

And while I still believe that enjoying this season’s most prized produce items — raw and uncooked — is a great way to beat cabin fever, that doesn’t diminish the importance of indulgent, comfort meals.

From Salon

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