Priority
Noun
UK
/praɪˈɒr.ɪ.ti/
US
/praɪˈɔːr.ə.t̬i/
Level: b1
Definition
Something that is more important and should be dealt with before others.
Example
"Safety should always be our top priority at work."
"He made his family a priority and adjusted his schedule to spend more time with them."
"When time is limited, setting clear priorities helps you complete the most important tasks first."
Explanation
Priority is something that is more important than other things and should be done first or given more attention. When you have many tasks or problems, you cannot do everything at the same time, so you choose what matters most. That becomes your priority. People set priorities to manage their time, energy, and resources better. For example, finishing urgent work or helping someone in need may be treated as a priority over less important activities.