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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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Fowler added that she understood the anxiety felt by expectant parents and acknowledged the importance of listening to healthcare regulators and the community.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Boris Baer, a UCR entomology professor and co-author of the study, emphasized the importance of collaboration with beekeepers.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

The deal with Anthropic underscores Amazon’s importance in the ecosystem.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

One theory he has is the growing importance of “multi-strat pod shops.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

We talk on the phone at least once a week, and she texts me funny memes from the internet, or sentimental quotes about the importance of family.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

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