Importance - definition, pronunciation, transcription

The teacher lectured the students on the importance of mutual respect.

He exaggerated the importance of his role in the rescue mission.

The negotiations have taken on added importance in the wake of the bomb attack.

It was a question of great importance to us.

The fur trade now exceeded timber in importance.

Hindus attach great importance to food preparation. (=it is very important to them)

The men were on a mission of vital importance to their country.

Sometimes we forget that the media coverage of a sport is actually of secondary importance to the event itself.

I agree about the importance of these proposals (=the reasons why they are important).

Just being in the studio gave her a sense of importance (=she felt important).

His family, though not noble, seems to have been of some importance.

The wine industry is of prime importance to the California economy.

Knowing the importance of making the right choice, he selected carefully.

I want a car that's reliable; the color is of secondary importance.

These ideas are of fundamental importance.