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(adjective) of great significance or value; "important people"; "the important questions of the day" |
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Synonyms: of import |
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Antonyms: unimportant |
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(satellite adjective) having or suggesting a consciousness of high position; "recited the decree with an important air"; "took long important strides in the direction of his office" |
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(adjective) of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis; "a crucial moment in his career"; "a crucial election"; "a crucial issue for women" |
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Synonyms: crucial |
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(satellite adjective) having authority or ascendancy or influence; "an important official"; "the captain's authoritative manner" |
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Synonyms: authoritative |
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(adjective) important in effect or meaning; "a significant change in tax laws"; "a significant change in the Constitution"; "a significant contribution"; "significant details"; "statistically significant" |
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Synonyms: significant |
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