Synonyms of prioritize

prioritize

verb

as in to categorize

to put in order based on importance

We prioritized the hardest parts of the project before the easier ones.

Related Words

• categorize
• organize
• sort
• classify
• sequence
• file
• order
• arrange
• hierarchize
• systematize
• rank
• isolate
• grade
• codify
• dispose
• alphabetize
• line
• rate
• separate
• array
• align
• draw up
• range
• marshal
• set out
• lay out
• display
• line up
• queue
• unscramble
• map (out)
• cue

Dissimilar Words

• upset
• disarray
• disarrange
• derange
• mess (up)
• disorder
• muss (up)
• rumple

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prioritize

The apparel company has also shown signs of prioritizing its growth brands while divesting from less high-performing assets, inspiring more confidence in its stock. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026

The head of New York City’s teachers’ union threatened to yank his support from a major literacy initiative in public schools, blaming this year’s dismal reading scores on the Mamdani administration prioritizing paperwork over progress. — Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 12 Aug. 2026

While the couple prioritizes working through disagreements, Barker acknowledged that sometimes giving each other space is equally important. — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Duke Energy prioritizes restoring power to critical infrastructure after storms, such as hospitals, sewage treatment plants and other facilities, before residential neighborhoods, Juech said. — Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Aug. 2026