Word: 举足轻重 (jǔzúqīngzhòng) Traditional: 舉足輕重 举足轻重 dictionary entry jǔzúqīngzhòng to play a critical role (idiom); influential Full dictionary entry for 举足轻重 Example sentences using 举足轻重 2 sentences, showing page 1 of 1. 她是行业里举足轻重的人物。 Tā shì hángyè lǐ jǔzúqīngzhòng de rénwù. She is an influential figure in the industry. 守门员的作用举足轻重。 Shǒuményuán de zuòyòng jǔzúqīngzhòng. The goalkeeper plays a critical role.