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Being of crucial significance or importance
“It is very important to give your daughter independence in her life so she learns from experience.”
Representing an essential element
“The engine is an important component of the car.”
Having emotional or sentimental value
“The diamond bracelet was an important family heirloom.”
Highlighting the main points of a discussion
“At this stage, however, the more important question is what consumers will actually do with the cash.”
Denoting a high degree of seriousness
“This is an important matter which should be given due consideration.”
Having influence or power
“The ambassador was a highly important person, surrounded by several minders and bodyguards.”
Providing great utility or usefulness
“As the quarterback, he was the most important player on his team.”
Having too high an opinion of one's own worth
“Some might say that it's because the actors are silly, strident, vacuous, and self-important.”
Denoting worthy or momentous moments or occasions
Good and important enough to spend time, effort, or money on
Exceedingly large in amount
Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered
Involving or creating favorable circumstances that increase the chances of success or effectiveness
Serving as an effective means of pursuing an aim or goal
Of or relating to current affairs (of interest)
With everything included, and nothing missing or absent
Famously and distinctively representative of its type
Relating to the art or practice of public speaking
Having a persuasive effect
Overly formal, conventional, or prim and proper
Full of meaning or significance
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