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- [im-pawr-tnt]
- /ɪmˈpɔr tnt/
- /ɪmˈpɔːtnt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [im-pawr-tnt]
- /ɪmˈpɔr tnt/
Definitions of important word
- adjective important of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history. 1
- adjective important mattering much (usually followed by to): details important to a fair decision. 1
- adjective important entitled to more than ordinary consideration or notice: an important exception. 1
- adjective important prominent or large: He played an important part in national politics. 1
- adjective important of considerable influence or authority, as a person or position: an important scientist. 1
- adjective important having social position or distinction, as a person or family: important guests. 1
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Origin of important
First appearance:
before 1580 One of the 35% oldest English words
1580-90; < Medieval Latin important- (stem of importāns present participle of importāre to be of consequence, weigh, Latin: to carry in, import), equivalent to im- im-1 + port- port5 + -ant- -ant; see import
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Parts of speech for Important
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
important popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
important usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for important
adj important
- great — unusually or comparatively large in size or dimensions: A great fire destroyed nearly half the city.
- relevant — bearing upon or connected with the matter in hand; pertinent: a relevant remark.
- necessary — being essential, indispensable, or requisite: a necessary part of the motor.
- influential — having or exerting influence, especially great influence: three influential educators.
- big — A big person or thing is large in physical size.
adjective important
- central — Something that is central is in the middle of a place or area.
- key — a small metal instrument specially cut to fit into a lock and move its bolt.
- main — chief in size, extent, or importance; principal; leading: the company's main office; the main features of a plan.
- essential — Absolutely necessary; extremely important.
- substantial — of ample or considerable amount, quantity, size, etc.: a substantial sum of money.
noun important
- superstar — a person, as a performer or athlete, who enjoys wide recognition, is esteemed for exceptional talent, and is eagerly sought after for his or her services.
- pooh-bah — a person who holds several positions, especially ones that give him or her bureaucratic importance.
- hotdog — to perform unusual or very intricate maneuvers in a sport, especially surfing or skiing.
Antonyms for important
adj important
- miniature — a representation or image of something on a small or reduced scale.
- insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- inessential — not essential; not necessary; nonessential.
- unnecessary — not necessary or essential; needless; unessential.
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