Important

Pronunciation: /ˌɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

Important (adjective)

  1. Having great value or meaning; something that matters a lot.
  2. Needed for a particular purpose; something that is essential to know or do.

Examples

  • This information is important for understanding the topic.
  • Water is important for survival.

Common collocations: important decision, important role, important step, important factor

Synonyms of Important

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Important

  • describes something lacking significance.
  • refers to something of little value or importance.