CEFR C2

primacy

noun

Meaning

The state of being most important, powerful, or superior in rank.

Examples

The company maintains its primacy in the tech industry through constant innovation.
Safety must be given primacy over speed in all construction projects.

Synonyms: lead, priority, dominance, preeminence

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primacy (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpraɪməsi/

Definition

The state of being most important, powerful, or superior in rank.

Examples

The company maintains its primacy in the tech industry through constant innovation.
Safety must be given primacy over speed in all construction projects.
The debate centered on whether economic growth should have primacy over environmental protection.

Synonyms of primacy

Words with a similar meaning to primacy:

lead
priority
dominance
preeminence

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