Pronunciation

/prɪˈmɪr/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. The most important or senior member of a government or organization, typically the prime minister. For example: “The premier announced new economic policies.” 2. (informal) The first or leading position in a series or competition. For example: “He was the premier player on the team.”
• Adjective: 1. Rank or position as the most important or senior. For example: “The premier’s residence is a symbol of power.” 2. Of high quality or excellence. For example: “The premier performance was highly acclaimed.”

Phrases

• “Hold the premier position” means to be in the top spot.
• “In his first premier address” refers to a leader’s inaugural speech.
• “Premier league teams” signifies the top tier of sports leagues.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The premier was invited to speak at the international summit.”
• Adjective: “The premier painting in the gallery attracted a lot of attention.”
• Adjective (of events): “The premier film festival showcases the best international cinema.”

Synonyms

• Prime minister
• Chief executive
• Leader
• Top-ranked
• Best-in-class
• Highest-ranking

Note: The word “premier” can also function as a noun in British English to mean the opening night or first showing of a play or movie. This usage is not included in the above definitions but may be relevant in specific contexts.