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UK/["/ˈpremiə(r)/"]/US/["/prɪˈmɪr/"]/

Meaning of Premier

most important, famous or successful

In simple words: the most important or best

Premier in a sentence

  • one of the country’s premier chefs
  • the Premier League/Division
  • Last year they won the premier award at the Welsh Festival of Light Opera.
  • The new Institute of Contemporary Art is one of Boston's premier attractions.

How to use Premier

Often used to describe top-level events, leaders, or products. In informal contexts, a simpler word like 'best' might be used instead.

Grammar pattern

premier + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'premier' as the 'prime' choice — the best of the best!

Related words

Collocations with Premier

  • premier event
  • premier league
  • premier product
  • premier destination

Synonyms for Premier

Opposites of Premier

Common mistakes with Premier

  • Using 'premier' as a verb incorrectly.
  • Confusing 'premier' with 'premiere' (the first showing of a movie).

Compare Premier with Top, Best, Leading, Supreme

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Frequently asked questions about Premier

What does Premier mean?

the most important or best

What is the definition of Premier?

most important, famous or successful

How do you use Premier in a sentence?

one of the country’s premier chefs

Can you give another example of Premier?

the Premier League/Division

What are synonyms for Premier?

Common alternatives include top, best, leading, foremost, supreme.

What is the opposite of Premier?

Opposite meanings include inferior, secondary.

What words go with Premier?

It commonly pairs with premier event, premier league, premier product, premier destination.

What are common mistakes when using Premier?

Using 'premier' as a verb incorrectly. Confusing 'premier' with 'premiere' (the first showing of a movie).

How do you pronounce Premier?

US: /["/prɪˈmɪr/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpremiə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Premier formal or informal?

"Premier" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Premier?

Often used to describe top-level events, leaders, or products. In informal contexts, a simpler word like 'best' might be used instead.

What CEFR level is Premier?

"Premier" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.