1
as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
the discovery of penicillin was a very important event in the history of medicine
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as in influential
having great power or influence
Rachel Carson was an important figure in the environmental movement
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3
as in arrogant
having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
an important businessman who always expects special treatment wherever he goes
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as in proud
having too high an opinion of oneself
oh, you're so important—you think the world revolves around you
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important differences
significant differences
considerable differences
substantial differences
notable differences
crucial differences
an important contribution
a major contribution
an invaluable contribution
a valuable contribution
a vital contribution
a key contribution
an important role
important implications
major implications
serious implications
considerable implications
huge implications
meaningful implications
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Recent Examples of important
Moist soil is important; however, areas where moisture accumulates during the winter are not suitable as this will make the tubers rot.
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2025
Despite all the market-rattling headlines, Scanlon said learning about investing is still important.
—Brit Morse, Fortune, 6 July 2025
In our highly partisan political moment, civics education is perhaps more important than ever.
—John Fund, National Review, 6 July 2025
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2025
Despite all the market-rattling headlines, Scanlon said learning about investing is still important.
—Brit Morse, Fortune, 6 July 2025
In our highly partisan political moment, civics education is perhaps more important than ever.
—John Fund, National Review, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for important
Adjective
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That announcement largely cleared the field of major potential challengers to Rogers.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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In 1947: President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act 1947, a major piece of legislation that restructured many of the country’s military and intelligence institutions.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
27 July 2025
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For decades since then, Argentinian artists like José Muñoz have been among the most important and influential cartoonists in the world.—
Alex Dueben
July 21,
Literary Hub,
21 July 2025
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After all, such influential MAGA voices as Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon had been insisting for years that Epstein's suicide was suspicious and his powerful associates hidden.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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As the day goes on, Jim goes from a caricature of an arrogant male director to an oddly compelling picture of a pathetic man, moved by spite toward his ex-wife, Anita.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 July 2025
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Actor Tyler Hilton played Chris Keller, a charming but arrogant musician, on four seasons of the teen soap.—
Bryan West,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Bobby Lee is proud of Borderlands, but his experience at the movie's premiere wasn't entirely pleasant.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
26 July 2025
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But that policy can also backfire – in part because many regions, such as Marathi-speaking Maharashtra in the west – are staunchly proud of their local language.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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Helen Cornelius' success as a performer, songwriter Famously, Cornelius, born Helen Lorene Johnson on December 6, 1941, achieved significant stardom at 33.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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Though cars remain a significant part of the area’s economy, the region has been steadily diversifying its economic landscape over the past several years.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Instead, aboard the spacecraft will be twin NASA satellites that will orbit Earth in tandem while studying how the sun's powerful activity can disrupt our planet's magnetosphere.—
Eric Lagatta,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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Reuniting with his godson (Finn), a streetwise enforcer entangled with a powerful crime syndicate, the two hatch a high-stakes heist in a desperate bid to escape the grip of a ruthless mob boss (Gooding Jr.).—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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As a collective, HQ Portfolio stocks provided superior returns with lower risk compared to the benchmark index; a smoother journey, as evidenced in HQ Portfolio performance metrics.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The Chicago Cubs have been passed up by the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central lead, and that's due to the Brewers' superior pitching staff.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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For those still on Windows 10 who might be feeling rather smug at avoiding these Windows 11 issues, Windows Latest has just issued a new warning, given that its own recent updates are not faring any better.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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His reboot has the benefit of an actor, David Corenswet, who may not have a lot of colors to work with, but whose presence is infinitely easier to take and less of a huge pile of smug than Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
9 July 2025
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“Important.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/important. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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