prime
Translation
prime, main, best, top-quality
Examples
Safety is our prime concern.
Safety is our prime concern.
We only use prime cuts of beef.
We only use prime cuts of beef.
He is in the prime of his life.
He is in the prime of his life.
Seven is a prime number.
Seven is a prime number.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) main, most important Safety is our prime concern.
in the prime of ((one's)) life at the best period of one's life He is in the prime of his life.
Similar Words
Synonyms: main, chief, principal, best; Antonyms: secondary, minor, inferior
Etymology
From Latin 'primus' meaning 'first'. It refers to something that is first in importance or quality.
Memory Tips
Think of 'prime time' television, which is the most important viewing slot. Or Amazon Prime, implying a top-tier service.