premiere
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /prɪˈmɪr/
KK: /prɪˈmɪr/
adjective
Definition
The first or most important in a series or group.
Example
The premiere event of the film attracted many celebrities.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new premiere restaurant opening downtown?
Yeah, I heard it’s supposed to be amazing!
I can't wait to try their premiere dishes this weekend.
Same here! Let’s make a reservation.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
primary
foremost
leading
Antonyms
secondary
inferior
subordinate
intransitive verb
Definition
To be shown for the first time in front of an audience, usually referring to a film, play, or other performance.
Example
The movie will premiere at the film festival next week.
Tense Forms
Past: premiered
Past Participle: premiered
Conversation
Did you hear about the new movie that will premiere next week?
Yeah, I can't wait to see it!
I hope it lives up to the hype when it finally premieres.
noun
Definition
The first public showing of a movie, play, or other performance.
Example
The premiere of the new film was attended by many celebrities.
Conversation
Did you hear about the movie's premiere this weekend?
Yeah, I can't wait to see it!
I hope we can get tickets for the premiere.
transitive verb
Definition
To show or perform something for the first time in front of an audience.
Example
The film will premiere at the festival next week.
Tense Forms
Past: premiered
Past Participle: premiered
Conversation
Did you hear about the new movie they're going to premiere next week?
Yeah, I can’t wait to see it!
I hope they have a big event for the premiere.
Root Explanation
Premiere is derived from the French word 'première' (meaning first), which comes from the Latin 'primarius' (meaning primary or first). The word refers to the first performance or showing of a play, film, or other artistic work.
Memory Tip
Think of 'first' in French ('première') to remember that 'premiere' means the first showing or performance.
Visually Confused Words
preinhere
preadmire
remerge
prewire
pretire
peixere