B2nounwork
US/praɪˈɔːr.ə.ti/
UK/praɪˈɒr.ə.ti/
something that is more important than other things and must be done or dealt with first
In context
Passing the IELTS exam is my top priority this year.
Pregnant women and old people get priority on this bus.
When you have a baby, your priorities change completely.
Words that go with priority
adjective + noun
- top prioritySafety is our top priority.
- high priorityFixing the roads is a high priority for the new mayor.
verb + noun
- give priorityHospitals give priority to the most serious cases.
- set prioritiesLearn to set priorities, or you will never finish anything.
noun + preposition
- priority forClean water is the first priority for the flooded villages.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The school priorities students from poor families.Correct: The school gives priority to students from poor families. / The school prioritizes students from poor families.