premier

[priːˈmɪə(r)]

premier Definition

  • 1the most important or best person, thing, or group in a particular area of activity
  • 2a prime minister or other head of government

Using premier: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "premier" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The premier of the country gave a speech on national television.

  • Example

    This restaurant is known as the premier dining destination in the city.

  • Example

    The premier league is the top football league in England.

premier Synonyms and Antonyms

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Idioms Using premier

  • premier league

    the highest level of competition in a sports league, often used figuratively to describe the most important or prestigious level of any activity

    Example

    She's at the top of her game and competing in the premier league of her industry.

  • the most important or prestigious event in a particular field or activity

    Example

    The Oscars are considered the premier event in the film industry.

  • the first public performance of a play, musical, or other artistic work

    Example

    The premier performance of the new play received rave reviews from critics.

Phrases with premier

  • the leading male dancer in a ballet company

    Example

    He was promoted to premier danseur after his performance in Swan Lake.

  • premier cru

    the highest quality classification of wine from a specific vineyard

    Example

    This bottle of wine is a premier cru from the Bordeaux region.

  • the highest level of competition in a sports league

    Example

    The team was promoted to the premier division after winning the championship last season.

Origins of premier

from Old French 'premier', meaning 'first'

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Summary: premier in Brief

The term 'premier' [priːˈmɪə(r)] refers to the most important or best person, thing, or group in a particular area of activity. It can refer to a prime minister or other head of government, as well as to the highest level of competition in a sports league, exemplified by 'The premier league is the top football league in England.' 'Premier' extends into phrases like 'premier league,' and idioms like 'premier event,' denoting the most important or prestigious level of any activity.

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