Definition & Meaning of "important"in English

important

having a lot of value

big

cardinal

critical

crucial

essential

Grammatical Information

Composition

Simple

qualitative

Superlative

most important

Comparative

more important

gradable

domain

value, significance, priority

Examples

Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources.

(of a person) having a high rank, status, or influence within a particular field, organization, or society

distinguished

eminent

high-ranking

Examples

The event was attended by several important diplomats from around the world.

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