单词	momentousness
释义	momentous adjective mo·​men·​tous mō-ˈmen-təs  mə- : having great or lasting importance : consequential, significant a momentous decision a momentous event/occasion The Senate begins a momentous debate on health care today … The New York Times Deydey usually talked about his travels, the places he'd seen and the people, the close calls and momentous encounters with animals, weather, other Anishinabeg, and best of all, ghosts. Louise Erdrich The late nineteenth century was strewn with inventions. Many were momentous, but few affected men and women more closely than the bicycle and its motorized offspring: motorcycle, motor-car and aeroplane. Eugen Weber momentously adverb a momentously important decision … a … twist that is executed differently from the comic book story, but is just as dramatically and momentously presented. The Philippines Daily Inquirer momentousness noun But other East Europeans had little time to marvel at the momentousness of the moment. Just one day after the fall of the [Berlin] Wall, Bulgaria's dour leader of 35 years, Todor Zhivkov, was ousted. Stephen E. Deane Synonyms big consequential earth-shattering earthshaking eventful historic important major material meaningful monumental much significant substantial tectonic weighty See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences My college graduation was a momentous day in my life. a momentous occasion that will go down in the history books Recent Examples on the Web That’s a lesson Sammy will learn again and again as the years pass, bringing forth changes both mundane and momentous, including his steady transformation from a passionate young movie lover into an emergent master filmmaker. Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2022 In royal transitions past, this ritual occurred behind closed doors, making tomorrow's broadcast all the more momentous. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 The subject of their show—the history of Ukraine—was about to take another momentous turn. Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2022 Elizabeth’s body will be taken from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster in a gun carriage procession, a symbolic and momentous moment. Patrick Smith, NBC News, 8 Sep. 2022 Her passing marks a momentous shift in the royal family, in UK society, and also in how the UK head of state and their family members interact with the public. Chris Stokel-walker, WIRED, 8 Sep. 2022 Nonetheless, upsetting the defending Pac-12 champions at home would set a momentous tone for his tenure. Tim Bielik, cleveland, 3 Sep. 2022 Nonetheless, upsetting the defending Pac-12 champions at home would set a momentous tone for his tenure. Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 3 Sep. 2022 Didn’t my family deserve something truly magnificent and momentous? Olga Massov, Washington Post, 30 Aug. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 1631, in the meaning defined above Kids Definition momentous adjective mo·​men·​tous mō-ˈmen-təs  : very important a momentous decision momentousness noun as in significance the quality or state of being important no one could fail to realize the momentousness of the occasion Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance significance importance magnitude import consequence moment gravity weightiness weight value seriousness substance power prominence account potency notoriety noteworthiness eminence worth worthiness celebrity fame status preeminence centrality distinction renown note mastery greatness stature prestige authority reputation name essentialness position substantiveness control dominion sway glory report repute mark essentiality store honor standing illustriousness rank cachet Antonyms & Near Antonyms insignificance smallness triviality littleness pettiness slightness worthlessness shame puniness ignominy infamy paltriness dishonor odium valuelessness disrepute opprobrium disgrace discredit anonymity obscurity See More
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