important

adjective /ɪmˈpɔːrtnt/

Carrying significant meaning, value, or consequence.

Quick answer

Common synonyms for "important" include significant, meaningful, consequential, weighty, momentous. Choose by context — see groups below.

Synonyms for "important"

important — significant or meaningful

significantmeaningfulconsequentialweightymomentous

important — essential or crucial

essentialcrucialcriticalvitalindispensableimperative

important — high-priority or urgent

urgentpressinghigh-prioritytop-prioritymission-critical

important — influential or prominent

influentialprominentleadingnotableeminentkey

Antonyms for "important"

trivialminorinsignificantunimportantnegligibleinconsequential

Examples in context

  • It's important to send the report by Friday.
  • She raised an important point during the review.
  • He plays an important role on the team.
Usage note

“Important” doesn't say how. Try “urgent” for time, “essential” for need, or “consequential” for impact.