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- [par-uh-mount]
- /ˈpær əˌmaʊnt/
- /ˈpæ.rə.maʊnt.si/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [par-uh-mount]
- /ˈpær əˌmaʊnt/
Definitions of paramountcy word
- adjective paramountcy chief in importance or impact; supreme; preeminent: a point of paramount significance. 1
- adjective paramountcy above others in rank or authority; superior in power or jurisdiction. 1
- noun paramountcy a supreme ruler; overlord. 1
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Origin of paramountcy
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
1525-35; < Anglo-French paramont above, equivalent to par per- + a mont < Latin ad montem to the mountain, hence, in Old French: upward, above; see ad-, mount2
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Parts of speech for Paramountcy
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paramountcy popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
paramountcy usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for paramountcy
noun paramountcy
- ascendency — the state of being in the ascendant; governing or controlling influence; domination.
- dominance — rule; control; authority; ascendancy.
- imperia — a seaport in NW Italy.
- imperium — command; supreme power.
- importance — the quality or state of being important; consequence; significance.
Antonyms for paramountcy
noun paramountcy
- yielding — inclined to give in; submissive; compliant: a timid, yielding man.
Top questions with paramountcy
- what is the paramountcy principle?
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