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 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
Nino Paoli, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
In that list, the free exercise of religion is paramount.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
While moderate by Western standards, such sentiments remain anathema to Thailand’s ruling elite, and judging by the fate of the progressive movement’s previous leadership, Natthaphong knows any intention to reform this paramount institution paints an enormous target on his back.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Prevention of re-injury is paramount to avoiding long-term effects.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Some experts argue that education is even more paramount in the age of AI.
—Nino Paoli, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
In that list, the free exercise of religion is paramount.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
While moderate by Western standards, such sentiments remain anathema to Thailand’s ruling elite, and judging by the fate of the progressive movement’s previous leadership, Natthaphong knows any intention to reform this paramount institution paints an enormous target on his back.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Prevention of re-injury is paramount to avoiding long-term effects.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paramount
Adjective
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Greek Yogurt Has More Protein If your main goal is to include more protein in your diet, consider breakfasts featuring Greek yogurt.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
30 Sep. 2025
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His main goal behind joining Interesting Engineering is to learn more about how the recent technological advancements are helping human beings on both societal and individual levels in their daily lives.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Butker’s teammates still have the utmost confidence in him.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
26 Sep. 2025
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Therefore, Jakab said that supporting the creative industry is of utmost importance and is an investment into Hungarian jobs, exports and the country’s overall image.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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For mono pages, most also have lower per-page costs than lasers, giving ink tank technology a strong edge for cost per page.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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The water system is in most urgent need of financial help, according to the IBA, largely due to the rising costs of buying water from the San Diego County Water Authority and the lack of regular rate hikes prior to 2023.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Both charges carry maximum penalties of five years in prison.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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Each count of transportation to engage in prostitution holds a maximum sentence of 10 years, tallying up to a possible 20 years in prison for Combs.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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On August 31, the International Association of Genocide Scholars—the foremost academic body in the field—voted to affirm that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.—
Faisal Kutty,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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One of the foremost images of American exceptionalism is that of the strong frontier woman taming the elements alongside her husband while also keeping the hearth burning and the bellies full.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Nearly two decades of dominance, of meticulous netminding, of setting records for a franchise years away from reaching its current peak, ended without one ultimate accomplishment.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
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But additional coastal and inland impacts could occur, based on Imelda's ultimate forward path.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The primary role of liaisons is to remove any barriers for students that would prevent them from accessing their education, said Valerie Gyroy, the academic advisor for families with housing insecurity with the Chandler Unified School District.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Our silky sateen Violet Gem Sheet Set brings just the right amount of moodiness to your primary or guest bedroom.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Sep. 2025
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Essentially, Demna’s touch is so predominant in this first drop, not only in the styling, attitudes but also with the different personas depicted in each picture.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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This state of matter is predominant in the universe.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Paramount.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paramount. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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