Momentous

Meaning

of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences

Of great importance or significance, especially in its effect on the future.

Example Sentences

The signing of the peace treaty was a momentous occasion for both countries.

The signing of the agreement was a momentous event.

Synonyms

significant, important, historic, crucial, pivotal, major

Entry 1

significant, important, historic, crucial, pivotal

Entry 2

significant, historic, important, crucial, major

Antonyms

trivial, insignificant, unimportant, minor

Entry 1

trivial, insignificant, unimportant, minor

Entry 2

trivial, insignificant, minor

Collocations

momentous decision, momentous occasion, momentous event, momentous day, momentous change

Entry 1

momentous decision, momentous occasion, momentous event, momentous day

Entry 2

momentous event, momentous decision, momentous change, momentous occasion