importance — the quality or state of being important; significance
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality or state of being important; significance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈpɔːrtəns/
Example Sentences
- My mom stressed the importance of eating vegetables by hiding them in my pizza.
- The importance of backup files becomes clear only after your computer crashes.
- Education plays a crucial role in personal development and social progress.
importance
NOUN[/ɪmˈpɔːrtəns/]
the quality or state of being important; significance
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'importance', derived from Old French 'important' meaning 'significant' or 'weighty', which comes from Latin 'importare' meaning 'to bring in' or 'to matter', composed of 'in-' (into) and 'portare' (to carry).
Breakdown
import- (from Latin importare: in- (into) + portare (to carry)) + -ance (noun suffix indicating quality or state) = importance
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom stressed the importance of eating vegetables by hiding them in my pizza.”
“The importance of backup files becomes clear only after your computer crashes.”
“Education plays a crucial role in personal development and social progress.”
“The CEO emphasized the importance of teamwork during the meeting.”
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