Primacy

usgb/ˈpraɪməsi/
noun

The state of being first in importance or rank.

The company has maintained its primacy in the market despite strong competition.
Visual representation of "primacy" - The state of being first in importance or rank.

Often appears as...

  • establish primacy
  • lose primacy

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Business Context

Use 'primacy' to discuss leadership or top status in professional or competitive settings.

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The CEO emphasized the primacy of customer satisfaction in the service industry.
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Nuance of Importance

'Primacy' implies that something isn't just first but also has a significant lead over others.

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Her groundbreaking research secured the primacy of the institute in scientific studies.
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Not Always Positive

Despite its association with rank, 'primacy' doesn't always suggest a desirable position.

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The primacy of disease highlighted the need for better healthcare policies.
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