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Premier

Verb / preˈmɪr / / pri:ˈmɪr / Another word for premier — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The best or most important person or thing in a group.

Synonyms & similar words

pm premiere chancellor primeminister prime chief leading top first foremost primary principal supreme head best finest greatest paramount preeminent superior ultimate top-notch top-quality elite

Synonyms by register

Formal

first foremost leading principal

Informal

top number one best main

Literary

arch primeval original

Antonyms

secondary minor subordinate junior inferior lesser

Common collocations

  • premier league
  • premier cru
  • premier inn
  • premier event
  • premier quality
  • premier destination
  • premier partner

Word family

noun premiership
adjective premier

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective meaning 'first in importance, order, or rank'. Can also refer to a prime minister, especially in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The premier of the company gave a speech.
  2. They watched the premier of the movie.
  3. The premier league is the most popular soccer league in the world.
  4. The premier athlete won the gold medal.
  5. The premier restaurant in town has the best food.

Quotes

  • The premier attraction is the natural beauty of the island.
  • The premier responsibility of a leader is to create more leaders.
  • The premier task of a musician is to make sounds.

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