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Definition importance in British English

importance noun

[uncountable] noun
/ɪmˈpɔː(r)t(ə)ns/

▪ critical, crucial, fundamental, great, immense, paramount, prime, strategic, utmost, vital

1

the fact of being important, or the degree to which something or someone is important

Example

By 1800, the monarchy had declined in importance.

Example

The company recognizes the importance of training its employees.

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The issue has special importance to people in rural areas.

Example

Research emphasizes the importance of exercise in reducing blood pressure.

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It shows the importance that this government attaches to education.

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Customer satisfaction is of paramount importance to us.

Example

I pretended the incident was of no importance.

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Definition importance in British English