importance

/im-ˈpȯr-tᵊn(t)s/

noun

  1. the quality or state of being important : consequence

  2. an important aspect or bearing : significance

  3. import, meaning

importance consequence moment weight significance mean a quality or aspect having great worth or significance. importance implies a value judgment of the superior worth or influence of something or someone. consequence generally implies importance because of probable or possible effects.

noun

  1. an exaggerated estimate of one's own importance : self-conceit

  2. arrogant or pompous behavior

noun phrase

  1. something important

Resolving this problem quickly is a matter of (some) urgency/importance.