priority

Definition

  • noun: something that is more important than other things and that needs to be done or dealt with first
  • noun: the quality or state of being 'prior'
  • used of taxa
  • synonyms: antecedence, precedence, preëminence

Examples

  • These problems are important and should be 'given priority' (over others). [=they should be dealt with first]

  • Health concerns should 'have priority' over comfort. [=health concerns are more important than comfort]

  • I know you want to buy a new stereo, but right now, saving for college has to 'take priority'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Where locals have clearly embraced these routine scans. As you can see behind me, they are working in collaboration with the robots. And obviously their safety is everyone's top priority. You'll notice children in the streets as well, this is every day life. Happening in perfect harmony. (..)
    2014 RoboCop
  • (..) freedom abroad. This is standard Op alright, there is no opposition expected. I'm gonna set your markers to code red. All our drones are going to give top priority to your safety. No red assets have ever been lost. OK Does this make you feel better? But listen, keep those (..)
    2014 RoboCop