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paramount

/ˈpærəmaʊnt/ adjective · British & US
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What does paramount mean?

adjective

Most important; having the highest priority. Used to describe something that is considered to be of the greatest importance or value.

Example

"The safety of the passengers was paramount in the pilot's decision to make an emergency landing."

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