Importance

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ɪmˈpɔːtÉ™ns/
• GenAm IPA: /ɪmˈpɔɹtÉ™ns/

Origin

From Middle French importance, from Medieval Latin importantia

Full definition of importance

Noun

1. The quality or condition of being important or worthy of note
2. significance or prominence
3. personal status or standing