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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Meg emphasised the importance of breaking the "stigma" around addiction, and fostering greater "understanding, care and empathy".

From BBC

A Home Office source said prisons were being treated differently given their importance to public safety and national security.

From BBC

U.K. and Russia pledged to respect Ukraine’s sovereignty, he stressed the importance of protection of Ukrainian agency for its future prospects.

From The Wall Street Journal

Foreign policy issues were mixed with musings about the motherland, praise for local businesses, fish prices and the importance of looking after veterans.

From BBC

"This suggests the importance of keeping older adults engaged in some form of helping for as long as possible, with appropriate supports and accommodations in place."

From Science Daily

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