as in categorized
to put in order based on importance
We prioritized the hardest parts of the project before the easier ones.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of prioritized
Since she was elected in July, the President has prioritized the protection of Indigenous and tribal lands, economic diversification, and responsible forest management.
—
Erin McMullen, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Kłuskiewicz said Netflix prioritized quality over speed on the making of Heweliusz and this taps into his broader strategy for projects in the region.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
The decision could come down to defense, as the Yankees have typically prioritized defense over the last year.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Economic concerns were the top issue for those 18-29 last fall, and voters who prioritized the economy were also more likely to vote for the president, according to a CIRCLE analysis of 2024 AP VoteCast data.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
At the time, top Western songwriters prioritized Japan, the world’s second-largest music market.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2025
When used correctly, FIFO ensures that items closer to their expiration date are prioritized over the new stuff that has a longer shelf life.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
Spontaneity delivered 24 frames per second will be prioritized over preparation and motivation.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
Breadth is prioritized over depth; the goal is to strengthen loyalty to the platform, not devotion to an artist or album.
—Jonathan Garrett, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
Erin McMullen, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Kłuskiewicz said Netflix prioritized quality over speed on the making of Heweliusz and this taps into his broader strategy for projects in the region.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
The decision could come down to defense, as the Yankees have typically prioritized defense over the last year.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Economic concerns were the top issue for those 18-29 last fall, and voters who prioritized the economy were also more likely to vote for the president, according to a CIRCLE analysis of 2024 AP VoteCast data.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
At the time, top Western songwriters prioritized Japan, the world’s second-largest music market.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2025
When used correctly, FIFO ensures that items closer to their expiration date are prioritized over the new stuff that has a longer shelf life.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
Spontaneity delivered 24 frames per second will be prioritized over preparation and motivation.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
Breadth is prioritized over depth; the goal is to strengthen loyalty to the platform, not devotion to an artist or album.
—Jonathan Garrett, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prioritized
Verb
-
Back at SubTropolis, the Chiefs’ history is filed away and categorized.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
-
Artworks, curated from the foundation’s existing collection, are categorized under four broad themes that explore architecture, the living world, techniques and materials, and the relationship between science and artistic creation.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Jared Isaacman, who founded the payments company Shift4, has organized, funded and commanded two private astronaut missions to Earth orbit, both of them using SpaceX hardware.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
-
During last month’s IMF-World Bank meetings in Washington, Barclays organized a private meeting to talk investment opportunities with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, two sources familiar with the meeting told Semafor.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
The set also includes two packing cubes to help keep clothes or accessories sorted.—
Nora Colomer
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
-
An unaltered shuffle machine contains cameras that alert the casino, dealer, or house if a card is missing and ensures the deck is correctly sorted, according to Piacente.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
On the day of the crash, the FBI collected pictures of the car’s exterior, paint samples and other evidence, according to an affidavit filed by the Justice Department.—
Omar Jimenez,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
-
The Supreme Court also previously denied an appeal filed by Davis in 2020.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Forecasters had also considered Sherrill the front-runner—Cook Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball classified the race as Leans Democratic.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
-
Composed of elements like proteins, fatty lipids, and sugars, the yeast biomass remaining after alcohol and drug production is typically classified as a byproduct or waste.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
That’s also the last time the Commodores were ranked in the top 10.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
-
He is currently ranked 22nd in the Schwab Cup standings.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Prioritized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prioritized. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share