prioritize

verb

pri·​or·​i·​tize prī-ˈȯr-ə-ˌtīz 

-ˈär-;

ˈprī-ə-rə-

prioritized; prioritizing

transitive verb

: to list or rate (projects, goals, etc.) in order of priority

prioritization

prī-ˌȯr-ə-tə-ˈzā-shən 

-är-;

ˌprī-ə-rə-

noun

Examples of prioritize in a Sentence

It's always difficult to prioritize work, school, and family.

If you want to do your job efficiently, you have to learn to prioritize.

The town council hopes to prioritize the bridge construction project at the next meeting.

Recent Examples on the Web

Look for providers who prioritize sustainable waste management solutions, including recycling and waste-to-energy programs, while maintaining the highest safety standards. —John F. McQuillan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025

Ultimately, the Television Academy’s second annual AI Summit, though informative and well-curated, was too prioritized with the growth of this technology to offer space for those who question certain elements of its necessity. —Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025

Sustainable efficiency programs require a strategic approach that prioritizes process improvements, technology adoption and workforce empowerment. —Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025

Unlike traditional shapewear that prioritizes compression over comfort, Feelingirl challenges the norm with designs that adapt to a woman’s natural shape. —WWD, 21 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for prioritize

• actualize
• antagonize
• apologise
• apologize
• capitalize
• categorize
• characterize
• commercialize
• conceptualize
• contrariwise
• criminalize
• decentralize