priority (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /praɪˈɒrəti/

Definition

The state or condition of being regarded or treated as more important than others.

Examples

• My top priority is to finish this project on time.

• We need to establish clear priorities for the upcoming quarter.

• The government has made education a top priority.

How to Use priority

priority for (prepositional phrase)

The thing or person that is most important. — "The safety of our employees is our highest priority for the company."

priority to (prepositional phrase)

Giving importance or preference to someone or something. — "The hospital gives priority to patients with critical conditions."

in priority (prepositional phrase)

As a matter of importance or urgency. — "All urgent requests are handled in priority."

Synonyms of priority

Words with a similar meaning to priority:

• importance
• precedence
• paramountcy
• prerogative

Antonyms of priority

Words with the opposite meaning to priority:

• low priority
• unimportance
• subservience

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