prime · adjective before noun /prɑɪm/
prime
C2 main or most important
Dictionary examples:
the prime suspect in a murder investigation
a prime source of evidence
The president is a prime target for the assassin's bullet.
Learner example:
It is of prime importance to find out about culture and history. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; German)
a/the prime example
C2 a very good example of something
Dictionary example:
This is a prime example of what happens when communication is poor.
Learner example:
In this context in the analyses of Piggy's character, it strikes me as a first spontaneous impression that he personifies the typical proper schoolboy who will later on undoubtedly grow up to be the prime example of a good and responsible citizen. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; German)
