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paramount
1[ par-uh-mount ]
adjective
- chief in importance or impact; supreme; preeminent:
a point of paramount significance.
Antonyms:
- above others in rank or authority; superior in power or jurisdiction.
noun
- a supreme ruler; overlord.
Paramount
2[ par-uh-mount ]
noun
- a city in SW California, near Los Angeles.
paramount
/ ˈæəˌʊԳ /
adjective
- of the greatest importance or significance; pre-eminent
noun
- rare.a supreme ruler
Derived Forms
- ˈ貹ˌdzܲԳٳ, noun
- ˈ貹ˌdzܲԳٱ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- 貹a·dzܲԳc noun
- 貹a·dzܲԳl adverb
- p·貹a·dzܲԳ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of paramount1
Word History and Origins
Origin of paramount1
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Example Sentences
An MoD spokesperson said: "The safety of our personnel is of paramount importance, and we take data security extremely seriously. Where we become aware of any potential risk, we will always take immediate action."
School was paramount for the club, so he risked missing his big break,
IVC told us the health and welfare of animals is always its first priority and that the best interests of pets are of paramount importance.
Slowing down Kansas State’s star player will also be paramount.
“Ensuring the integrity of the criminal justice process to build and maintain trust in its outcomes is paramount as we go forward.”
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