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im·por·tant
 important
- pronunciation:
- ihm
por
t
nt
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having great meaning or value.
Buddha's teachings have been important to many people.- antonyms:
- insignificant, minor, slight, small, trivial
- similar words:
- big, critical, crucial, essential, major, material, serious, vital
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| definition 2: |
powerful or having great influence.
The mayor of our city is an important woman.- synonyms:
- eminent, influential, major, prominent
- similar words:
- big, distinguished, esteemed, high, principal, respected, worthy
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| related words: |
grand, grave, great, indispensable, key, meaningful, mighty, prime, radical, stock, valuable |
| derivation: |
importantly (adv.) |
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