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prime

1 of 3adjective
/pɹaɪm/
1

first in importance or rank

B2
  • The prime objective of the mission was to ensure the safety of all crew members.
  • This is the prime opportunity to invest in emerging markets.
  • The prime location of the house offers easy access to schools and amenities.
  • She holds the prime position in the company as the CEO.
  • The prime focus of the study was to investigate climate change effects.
Synonyms:
leadinguppermostcentralprincipalforemostsupremefocaltopchiefpremier(a)primaryprime(a)firstmainparamountprimal
2

earliest in sequence or origin, often establishing a foundation or basis for what follows

  • The prime manuscript of the novel is displayed in the museum.
  • The prime source of the data came from the original survey.
  • The prime work of the artist was completed during the early years of his career.
  • He was the prime inventor of the technology that changed the industry.
  • The prime event in history reshaped the future of the nation.
Synonyms:
rudimentarylowfirstprimitiveprimaryearlyoriginalinitial
3

signifying a state of excellence or superior quality

  • The restaurant is known for serving prime cuts of steak, aged to perfection.
  • They purchased a prime piece of real estate with sweeping views of the ocean.
  • The winery produces only prime wines, carefully selected from the best grapes each year.
  • The chef used prime ingredients to create a gourmet meal.
  • The hotel is a prime example of luxury, offering impeccable service and elegant decor.
Synonyms:
supertiptopselectprizetopnotchqualityfirst-ratesuperiorchoiceprime(a)high-qualitya-one
4

able to be divided only by 1 and itself, referring to a number greater than 1 that has no other divisors

  • Numbers like 3, 5, and 11 are prime because they are able to be divided only by 1 and themselves.
  • Prime numbers are fundamental in number theory and are used in various fields like cryptography.
  • Prime numbers are building blocks for all other numbers in mathematics.
  • The sequence of prime numbers starts as 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, and so on.
  • The number 7 is prime because it cannot be divided evenly by any other number except 1 and 7.
Synonyms:
indivisible
5

particularly suitable or ideal for a specific purpose

  • He is the prime candidate for the job, with all the necessary qualifications and experience.
  • The property is in a prime area, perfect for both business and residential use.
  • He was the prime choice for the leadership role, given his years of experience and strong track record.
  • She is the prime candidate for the scholarship, with excellent grades and outstanding community involvement.
  • The lawyer is the prime expert in the field of intellectual property, having worked on numerous high-profile cases.
Synonyms:
topimpeccableidealperfectseamlessunflawedpolishedbestflawless