How do you pronounce precedence?

precedence is pronounced as /ˈprɛsɪdəns/ or /prɪˈsiːdəns/.

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precedence

🏆precedence

noun

/ˈprɛsɪdəns/ or /prɪˈsiːdəns/

preceded precedent

Meaning

the condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority

Example Sentences

Safety takes precedence over speed in this factory.

Example Expressions

take precedence over

Synonyms

priority, primacy, superiority, importance

Antonyms

inferiority, insignificance

Collocations

take precedence, precedence over, precedence given, precedence of

More Example Sentences

In international politics, economic interests often take precedence over moral values.

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