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 researchers also emphasize the importance of reconstructing the ancient forms of these genes.

From Science Daily

Morrison’s importance today is usually pegged to the issue of representation.

From The Wall Street Journal

"This prosecution and conviction some 27 years on from the original investigation shows the importance of cold case reviews and exploiting advances in technology," he said.

From BBC

“The Board continues to be committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and recognizes the importance of Board refreshment.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The summer hunting season has therefore gained importance, enabling Greenlanders to fill their freezers to get them through the winter months, he tells AFP over a steaming bowl of fish stew.

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importance

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