Synonyms of first-line

first-line

adjective

as in selected

singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking

surgery is usually not considered a first-line treatment for this type of cancer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• selected
• select
• favorite
• preferred
• favored
• chosen
• elect
• choice
• of choice
• handpicked
• picked
• fashionable
• cherry-picked
• exclusive
• screened
• weeded (out)
• picked over
• winnowed (out)
• culled

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• average
• common
• ordinary
• commonplace
• run-of-the-mill