importantly

Definition

Used to mark a statement as having importance.

Etymology

From important + -ly.

Example Sentences

• "These potentially ground-breaking discoveries need to be tempered by the knowledge that very high doses - the equivalent of 100-plus bottles of red wine daily - were given to mice. Importantly, after resveratrol is absorbed into the blood, it is broken down quickly and may have limited effect in humans."
• "More importantly and closer to life, slangs help build an instant intimacy and informality."
• "Importantly, apprenticeships provide an alternate route into employment, giving people from all backgrounds the chance to build in-demand skills and a career for life."