Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uber-alles
Phrase
/ˈuːbər ˈɑːlɛs/
Definition
A German phrase meaning ‘above all’ or ‘beyond everything’, often used to indicate something that is of utmost importance.
Examples
- In the discussion of policy, freedom of speech should be considered uber-alles.
- For her, family comes uber-alles in every decision she makes.
Meaning
The expression is used to signify priority or precedence over other things or values.
Synonyms
- above all
- most importantly
- at all costs
