Priority (noun)

  1. Something that is considered more important and so given attention or resources before others.
  2. A level of importance assigned to a task, goal, or objective.
  3. A state or condition in which something is considered more important than something else.

Origin:

Late 17th century from medieval latin prioritas meaning earlier, first.

Examples:

  1. Health care and education are the top priorities for the government.
  2. Managing time effectively requires setting priorities and focusing on the most important tasks.
  3. The priority of the team is to deliver the project on time and within budget.
  4. The priority for the company is to protect its customers' personal and financial information.
  5. The priority for the organization is to help those in need, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Some random words: impotent, takeout, ameliorative