CEFR B1

prior

adjective, noun

Meaning

Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.

Examples

This is a prior engagement, so I cannot attend.
The prior owner of the house left many personal items behind.

Synonyms: former, previous, earlier, antecedent

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prior (B1)

adjective, noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpraɪər/

Definition

Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.

Examples

This is a prior engagement, so I cannot attend.
The prior owner of the house left many personal items behind.
We have no prior knowledge of this situation.

How to Use prior

prior to (prepositional phrase): Before a particular time or event. — "The building was renovated prior to its opening."

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