What does PRIOR mean?

Prior

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈpraɪər/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈpraɪə/

Origin and Usage: The word "prior" comes from the Latin word "prior" meaning "former" or "earlier." It has been used in English since the 14th century. "Prior" is commonly used to refer to something that comes before another thing in time, order, or importance. It is often used in legal, academic, and religious contexts.

Synonyms: Preceding, earlier, former, antecedent, previous, past, foregoing, anterior, preliminary.

Related Words: Prime, prion, proir, prier, pirog.

Example Sentences:

• He had a prior engagement and couldn make it to the party.
• The company had to address prior complaints before moving forward with the project.
• The prior owner of the house left many valuable antiques behind.