primary — of chief importance; principal
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: of chief importance; principal
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpraɪmeri/
Example Sentences
- My primary goal is to eat pizza every day without gaining weight.
- The primary ingredient in happiness is good friends and good food.
- Her primary talent is making everyone laugh, even during exams.
primary
ADJECTIVE[/ˈpraɪmeri/]
of chief importance; principal
Safety is the primary concern during the mission.
The primary route was faster than all the alternatives. (FIRST + MOST IMPORTANT = PRIMARY)
Write the primary goal in your diary and make it your priority.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'primarius' meaning 'of the first rank or importance,' derived from 'primus' meaning 'first.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to describe something of chief importance.
Breakdown
prim- (first, from Latin primus) + -ary (suffix indicating 'of or relating to') = primary
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My primary goal is to eat pizza every day without gaining weight.”
“The primary ingredient in happiness is good friends and good food.”
“Her primary talent is making everyone laugh, even during exams.”
“Education should be the primary focus of government spending.”
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