GDict

importantly

4 senses · 66 ms
Level B1Oxford 3000
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adv/ɪmˈpɔː.tənt.li/[ɪmˈpʰɔːʔn̩ʔli][ɪmˈpʰɔːtənt̚li]
  1. 1

    Used to mark a statement as having importance.

    • More importantly and closer to life, slangs help build an instant intimacy and informality.
    • Importantly, apprenticeships provide an alternate route into employment, giving people from all backgrounds the chance to build in-demand skills and a career for life.
  2. 2

    In an important manner.

    • Even sitting in a restaurant, the person on a cell phone seems importantly busy and on the move.

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