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Definition important in British English

important adjective

adjective
/ɪmˈpɔː(r)t(ə)nt/

▪ crucially, extremely, most, particularly, terribly, vitally

▪ aspect, element, factor, feature, issue, part, point

➡ success

1

something that is important has a major effect on someone or something, for example because it affects someone's life or the way a situation develops

Example

Music was an important part of the life of the community.

Example

Your interest and support are important to your child.

Example

Winning the game yesterday was important for the team's morale.

Example

It is vitally important that they receive all the help available.

Example

It is important to stress that the study only involved a small number of people.

Example

Information and support are important in helping people deal with serious illness.

Synonyms and related words
important major key
2

important people have a lot of influence or power

Example

We can't afford to lose such an important customer.

Synonyms and related words
powerful influential formidable
Definition important in British English