Refers to events or decisions that have lasting significance or impact in history. The speech was an event of moment in the civil rights movement.
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Emotional Weight
Conveys a sense of gravity or seriousness due to the possible consequences involved. Her choice to move abroad was a decision of moment, affecting all her family.
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Formal Speech
More often used in a formal context; may not be common in everyday, casual conversation. The committee will deliberate on matters of moment.