important — having great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈpɔːrtnt/
Example Sentences
- My mom says cleaning my room is important, but Netflix disagrees.
- It's important to backup your files before your computer crashes spectacularly.
- Education plays an important role in personal development.
important
ADJECTIVE[/ɪmˈpɔːrtnt/]
having great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'importare' meaning 'to bring in' or 'to matter', combining 'in-' (into) and 'portare' (to carry). The sense shifted from physical bringing in to having significance or consequence.
Breakdown
im- (in-) + port (carry) + -ant (adjective suffix meaning 'being' or 'having quality of') = important
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom says cleaning my room is important, but Netflix disagrees.”
“It's important to backup your files before your computer crashes spectacularly.”
“Education plays an important role in personal development.”
“The most important thing in life is to find your passion.”
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