1
as in main
coming before all others in importance
the paramount goal is to restore the colonial-era house with complete historical accuracy
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2
as in utmost
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
maintaining the secrecy of the agreement is of paramount importance
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as in Big Brother
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as in dominance
the fact or state of being above others in rank or importance
a nation that has long enjoyed economic paramountcy in the region
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Recent Examples of paramount
Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
But the human touch of steering the vision and maintaining quality control is paramount for the quality of the final product.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The exchange's widening focus is paramount to its future growth as the market for all kinds of digital assets becomes not only larger, but more competitive amid regulatory tailwinds, according to Armstrong.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
So, turning Dragon Quest I & II into something that a more modern audience can appreciate while still staying loyal to the original title was paramount, but not simple by any means.
—Rhi Easby, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Although Charlotte features more depth this season at the position, Ball remaining off the games missed list as much as possible is paramount to the Hornets.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
But the human touch of steering the vision and maintaining quality control is paramount for the quality of the final product.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The exchange's widening focus is paramount to its future growth as the market for all kinds of digital assets becomes not only larger, but more competitive amid regulatory tailwinds, according to Armstrong.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
So, turning Dragon Quest I & II into something that a more modern audience can appreciate while still staying loyal to the original title was paramount, but not simple by any means.
—Rhi Easby, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paramount
Adjective
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But for much of the past two centuries, Port Renfrew’s main source of employment was not promoting trees but rather chopping them down—particularly, giant, old-growth trees that fetched the highest value.—
Brad Badelt,
Outside,
11 Nov. 2025
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Rachelle Salnave, a filmmaker in Haiti, sent me videos of a piece of the Route Nationale, the country’s main transportation artery, collapsing like a glacier into a roiling, swollen river.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
11 Nov. 2025
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In it, novice nun Viridiana (Silvia Pinal) does her utmost to maintain her Catholic principles, but her lecherous uncle (Fernando Rey) and a motley assemblage of paupers force her to confront the limits of her idealism.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
5 Nov. 2025
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Brown told Vogue that protecting her daughter from the press is of the utmost importance.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Sixty senators are required to advance most bills.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
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While most banks and post offices are closed on federal holiday, many grocery stores and restaurants remain open on Veterans Day.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Nov. 2025
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Despite the massive buildout, Al Khateeb assured the crowd that protecting the natural environment remains a foremost concern of Saudi Arabia’s government.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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The unscripted series pairs Snooki with Kevin Whitaker, one of Canada’s foremost psychic mediums.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
30 Oct. 2025
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An analysis by the progressive Center on Budget and Policy Priorities found that in the 12 months that ended September 2024, just over one-third of beneficiaries received the maximum amount.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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Sedarat is charged with two counts of transmitting a threat in interstate or foreign commerce, which carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Simply add a pair of tennis shoes for ultimate comfort.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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Bob Dylan, Strummer’s ultimate hero, loved this lineup of the band.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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This discount shall apply only to the primary residence of the user and shall not apply to separate irrigation meters.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Last season’s Most Improved Player was the primary defender on Dončić, who was held to 22 points on 7-of-17 shooting from the field in 27 minutes.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Crime and safety, particularly in Downtown, were the predominant issues in the race, especially after a string of high-profile incidents this summer and fall.—
Jordan Kellogg,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Nov. 2025
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Despite the concerns around African democracy, Afrobarometer’s annual African Insights survey shows voting in elections remains the predominant form of political and civic engagement, with nearly three-quarters of respondents voting in their country’s elections last year.—
Yinka Adegoke,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Paramount.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paramount. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.
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