Meaning of the word momentous in English

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momentous

US /məˈmen.t̬əs/
UK /məˈmen.t̬əs/
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Adjective

1.

of great importance or significance, especially in its bearing on future events

Example:
The decision to go to war was a momentous one.
This is a momentous occasion for our country.
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