Words / B1
noun · B1Priority
pry-OR-uh-tee/praɪˈɒrəti/
A priority is the thing that should come first. A top priority; make something a priority. Prioritise is the verb (British spelling). Important describes value; a priority is about order. Give priority to is a useful formal phrase.
Meaning
The thing that is most important and should be done first.
Examples
- “Sleep should be a priority during exams.”
- “Safety must be our first priority.”
- “You need to prioritise revision this week.”
Good to know
a priority. give priority to. Verb: prioritise. Not the same as just “important.”
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