The term BE IMPORTANT can be broken down into eight crossword solutions: COUNT (5 letters), MATTER (6 letters), KEY (3 letters), RATE (4 letters), DOMINEER (8 letters), OVERSHADOW (10 letters), PREDOMINATE (11 letters), and PREPONDERATE (12 letters). COUNT is a verb meaning to name or list one by one in order to determine a total. MATTER is a noun meaning something that has actual existence and relevance. KEY is a noun meaning something that provides an answer or solution to a problem. RATE is a verb meaning to assign a standard or value to something. DOMINEER is a verb meaning to rule over with authority. OVERSHADOW is a verb meaning to cast a shadow over, or to be more important than something else. PREDOMINATE is a verb meaning to be more powerful or influential than others. PREPONDERATE is a verb meaning to be greater in weight, influence, or importance. All of these words describe the idea of being important in some way, whether it be through influence, power, or relevance.