4. (adj)prime, prime of life the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest Synonyms: bloom, peak, prime quantity, efflorescence, prime, blossom, flower, heyday, flush, prime of life Antonyms: last, inferior, immature
5. (adj)premier(a), prime(a) first in rank or degree Antonyms: inferior, immature, last
6. (adj)prime(a) used of the first or originating agent Antonyms: last, inferior, immature
7. (adj)choice, prime(a), prize, quality, select of superior grade Antonyms: last, inferior, immature
9. (verb)prime, meridian being at the best stage of development Synonyms: prime(a), premier(a), quality, choice, meridian, select, prize, prime Antonyms: last, inferior, immature
10. (verb)prime insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing Synonyms: ground, undercoat Antonyms: last, immature, inferior