prior (Meaning)
prior (n)
the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot
prior (s)
earlier in time
prior (a.)
First, precedent, or superior in the order of cognition, reason or generality, origin, development, rank, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of prior
Synonyms:
- significant
- grand
- celebrated
- illustrious
- superior
- influential
- eminent
- outstanding
- preeminent
- important
- distinguished
- unequaled
- overmastering
- renowned
- unparalleled
- famous
- high-level
- noteworthy
- sovran
- mighty
- notable
- momentous
- noble
- prestigious
- unequalled
- signal
- top
- star
- numero uno
- senior
- unsurpassed
- incomparable
- arch
- famed
- stellar
Antonyms:
prior Sentence Examples
- Prior to the meeting, I reviewed the agenda to prepare for discussions.
- The company requires all employees to complete a training program prior to starting their new roles.
- It's essential to understand the requirements prior to initiating any project.
- Prior knowledge of programming languages can be advantageous in the field of software development.
- The student completed the prerequisite courses prior to enrolling in advanced classes.
- We need to address these issues prior to moving forward with the plan.
- The team conducted thorough research prior to presenting their findings to the board.
- It's important to confirm the reservation prior to arriving at the hotel.
- The restaurant recommends making reservations prior to dining, especially on weekends.
- We discussed the terms and conditions prior to signing the contract.
FAQs About the word prior
the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot, earlier in timeFirst, precedent, or superior in the order of cognition, reason or
greatest, highest, primary, big, predominant, dominant, leading, foremost, first,main
last, last, least, least, negligible, unimportant, trivial, insignificant, secondary, secondary
Prior to the meeting, I reviewed the agenda to prepare for discussions.
The company requires all employees to complete a training program prior to starting their new roles.
It's essential to understand the requirements prior to initiating any project.
Prior knowledge of programming languages can be advantageous in the field of software development.
