Idiom idiom
above all
Meaning
you use this to say that one thing is more important than everything else you have mentioned.
Examples
“Above all, remember to lock the door when you leave.”
“We need to finish the project on time, but above all, we must ensure the quality is perfect.”
“The leader argued that while economic growth was necessary, above all, the government had to protect the rights of its citizens.”
Origin
From Middle English Term?, with a structure comparable to the Dutch bovenal.
Last updated April 22, 2026