Meaning of the word first in English

What does first mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

first

US /ˈfɝːst/

UK /ˈfɜːst/

coming before all others in order, time, or importance; 1st

Example:

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She was the first person to arrive.

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This is my first time visiting Paris.

Synonym:

initial earliest foremost primary

Antonym:

last

before anything else in time, order, or importance

Example:

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First, let's discuss the agenda.

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He arrived first at the finish line.

Synonym:

initially originally at first beforehand

Antonym:

last finally

the person or thing coming before all others in order, time, or importance

Example:

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She always puts her family first.

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He finished first in the race.

Synonym:

leader winner front-runner

Antonym:

last