Synonyms of priority

priority

noun

prī-ˈȯr-ə-tē 

as in precedence

the right to one's attention before other things considered less important

the committee has decided to give your request priority, so you'll have a meeting early tomorrow morning

Synonyms & Similar Words

• precedence
• right-of-way
• urgency
• preference
• primacy
• order
• preeminence
• succession
• ascendancy
• transcendence
• supremacy
• sequence
• progression
• transcendency
• front burner

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of priority

On the ground, that may mean an evacuation, while in the air the priority is to land as soon and as safely as possible. — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026

Pritzker said Welch’s decision doesn’t affect the Bears stadium negotiations or any other priorities in the upcoming veto session. — Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Raman, meanwhile, has emphasized the need for a smooth transition, saying Thursday that her staff was already coordinating with Bass’ administration and that public safety would be among her top priorities. — Teresa Liu, Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026

Reforming the initiative petition process has been a priority for Republican lawmakers for years. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026