IMPORT Synonyms: 166 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈim-ˌpȯrt

as in importance

the quality or state of being important I can't overemphasize the import of this examination on your future academic career

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as in meaning

the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action didn't understand all the technical jargon, but got the general import of the speech

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verb

im-ˈpȯrt

as in to matter

to be of importance it imports little whether you like Grandma's gift; you should have graciously thanked her

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as in to mean

to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind the word "freedom" can import different things to different people

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Recent Examples of import

Noun

Meanwhile, scientists the world over were losing their minds, both at the technical complexity of what Colossal had pulled off and at its ultimate import. —

Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026 The premium-quality thesis—that Hollywood-grade production can defend a paywall against cheaper imports—depends on viewers continuing to pay for live-action quality at scale. —

Maureen Kerr, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026

Verb

Even items like sugar, coffee and tobacco that the island once produced in large quantities are now being imported. —

Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 18 May 2026 Animal crackers were first made in England during the mid-1800s before eventually being imported to the United States, according to the food and dining website Tasting Table. —

Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for import

Recent Examples of Synonyms for import

Noun

Palmer’s shot is well blocked by Marc Guehi — which underlines the importance of their decision-making in these moments.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 13 May 2026
From 1949 to 1987, the Federal Communications Commission held radio and television stations to a standard requiring them to air opposing sides of public issues of importance, a policy known as the fairness doctrine.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026