prior
/ˈpraɪə/ · /ˈpraɪər/
CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #3932 in the learning path
先前的；事先的
Definitions
adj. existing or happening before something else
先前的；事先的
Example
You need prior permission to use this room.
你需要事先获得许可才能使用这个房间。
Applicants with prior experience in community work may adapt more quickly to roles in public services.
有社区工作经验的申请者可能更快适应公共服务岗位。
Collocations
- prior experience
- prior knowledge
- prior notice
- prior to
Synonyms
- previous
- earlier
Antonyms
- subsequent
Usage tip
prior常放名词前；prior to相当于before。
FAQ
- What does prior mean?
- existing or happening before something else
- How is prior pronounced?
- UK /ˈpraɪə/, US /ˈpraɪər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
