prior

[ˈpraɪər]

prior Definition

• 1. existing or coming before in time, order, or importance
• 2. a previous conviction or arrest

Using prior: Examples

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

• Example

  The company had a prior agreement with the supplier.

• Example

  I have a prior engagement that day.

• Example

  The suspect had a prior criminal record.

• Example

  The prior chapter discussed the history of the conflict.

prior Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prior

• previous
• earlier
• former
• antecedent
• preceding

Antonyms for prior

• subsequent
• later
• following

Phrases with prior

• prior to

  before a particular time or event

  Example

  Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.

• prior restraint

  government censorship of information before it is published or broadcast

  Example

  The Supreme Court ruled that prior restraint of the press is unconstitutional.

• prior knowledge

  information or understanding that one has before an event or situation

  Example

  The teacher accused the student of having prior knowledge of the test questions.

Origins of prior

from Latin 'prior', meaning 'former, previous'

📌

Summary: prior in Brief

The term 'prior' [ˈpraɪər] refers to something existing or coming before in time, order, or importance. It can refer to a previous conviction or arrest. Examples include 'The company had a prior agreement with the supplier.' and 'The suspect had a prior criminal record.' 'Prior' extends into phrases like 'prior to,' denoting before a particular time or event, and 'prior knowledge,' referring to information or understanding that one has before an event or situation.