
Paramount
Utmost Significance
Use 'paramount' to stress that something has the greatest importance or impact in a particular situation or hierarchy.

Ensuring the safety of the workers is paramount before starting the construction.
Formal Tone
'Paramount' carries a formal tone, making it suitable for professional or academic discussions and writing.

The board considers fiduciary responsibility to be paramount in their decision-making process.
Contextual Priority
In context, 'paramount' rather than 'important', indicates the topmost priority amidst other considerations.

For the endangered species, habitat conservation is of paramount concern.
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