Synonyms for "important"
13 kid-friendly synonyms for important, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "important" mean?
The word important is an adjective that means: mattering a lot.
Example: "Brushing your teeth is important."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for important
Younger kids can use these in place of "important":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for important
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for important
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of important (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of important:
FAQ — synonyms for important
What is a good synonym for important in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try big. For older students, "significant" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does important have?
We list 13 grade-appropriate synonyms for important across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is important a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, important is used as an adjective.
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