English

importance

ɪmˈpɔːr.təns, ɪmˈpɔrt(ə)ns, ɪmˈpɔɹtəns, ɪmˈpɔːtəns
Meaning: the quality or state of being important
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ɪmˈpɔrt(ə)ns, ɪmˈpɔɹtəns, ɪmˈpɔːtəns

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Example sentences

The health report stresses the importance of exercise.
The teacher emphasized the importance of regular practice.
The teacher emphasized the importance of regular practice.
The teacher placed great emphasis on the importance of practice.
The teacher placed great emphasis on the importance of practice.
The environmentalist spoke about the importance of recycling.
The environmentalist spoke about the importance of recycling.
He gave an earnest speech about the importance of environmental conservation.
He gave an earnest speech about the importance of environmental conservation.
Safety is of the utmost importance.
Safety is of the utmost importance.
It is hard to overemphasize the importance of a good education.
It is hard to overemphasize the importance of a good education.
In after years, we realized the importance of that moment.
In after years, we realized the importance of that moment.

Usage Notes

Commonly used to describe the significance or value of something. Often paired with 'of' (importance of something) or 'to' (importance to someone).

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