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prime
/praɪm/
First in importance or order; of the best quality; excellent.
Antonyms of prime
Adjectives
Strongest matches:
- inferior
- secondary
- subordinate
- minor
Weak matches:
- last
- least
- auxiliary
Nouns
Strongest matches:
- end
- finish
Weak matches:
- byproduct
- derivative
Synonyms
main, chief, key, principal, foremost, leading, premier, paramount, primary, central, major, cardinal, supreme, essential, fundamental, pivotal, crucial, master, dominant, preeminent
Usage examples:
1. The prime objective of the project is to reduce environmental pollution.
2. At the age of 30, many athletes are considered to be in their prime.
3. The mathematician spent years studying prime numbers and their properties.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a common antonym for 'prime' in the context of quality?
A common antonym for 'prime' when discussing quality is 'inferior.' While 'prime' refers to something of the highest quality or value, 'inferior' denotes something of low quality or value.
If I'm talking about time, particularly the early stages, what antonym can I use for 'prime'?
When referring to time, especially the early stages, an appropriate antonym for 'prime' would be 'decline' or 'waning.' These terms suggest a move away from the prime or peak period towards a lesser state.
In the context of mathematics, is there an antonym for 'prime' regarding numbers?
Yes, in mathematics, the antonym for a 'prime' number (a number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself) would be a 'composite' number. A composite number is a positive integer that has at least one positive divisor other than 1 and itself, meaning it can be divided evenly by a number other than 1 and itself.
Can 'secondary' be considered an antonym for 'prime'? In which contexts?
'Secondary' can indeed be considered an antonym for 'prime' in contexts where 'prime' is used to denote something of first importance or rank, and 'secondary' implies something of lesser importance or rank. This is often seen in discussions about priority, where 'prime' indicates the main or primary focus, and 'secondary' indicates a lower level of focus or importance.