par·a·mount
ˈper-ə-ˌmau̇nt 
ˈpa-rə-
: superior to all others : supreme
a matter of paramount importance
Unemployment was the paramount issue in the election.
: a supreme ruler
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the paramount goal is to restore the colonial-era house with complete historical accuracy
maintaining the secrecy of the agreement is of paramount importance
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Customers expect subscription services to run quickly and smoothly and brands that operate with hassle-free customer service when there are issues are paramount.
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Adjective
These biases can erode user trust and damage brand credibility, especially in industries where fairness and ethics are paramount.
—Tina Gada, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Pacing is paramount The big problem with Split Fiction is that its excellent gameplay and charming characters are underserved by the larger plot involving Rader Publishing.
—Kyle Wilson, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2025
Customers expect subscription services to run quickly and smoothly and brands that operate with hassle-free customer service when there are issues are paramount.
—Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025
Two stops include Gardner's former homes—her birthplace and a teacher boarding house—both privately owned, so sticking to a drive-by viewing is paramount.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 2 Mar. 2025
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“Paramount.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paramount. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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Paramount
geographical name
Par·a·mount
ˈper-ə-ˌmau̇nt
ˈpa-rə-
city in southwestern California north of Long Beach population 54,098
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