Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prior-engagement
Noun
/ˈpraɪər ɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/
Definition
A previous commitment or arrangement that prevents someone from participating in another event.
Examples
- She has a prior engagement and won’t be able to attend the meeting.
- Due to a prior engagement, he couldn’t join the dinner party.
- I’ll need to check my calendar; I may have a prior engagement that evening.
Meaning
Prior engagement refers to an obligation or duty that has been agreed upon or scheduled ahead of time, making it impossible to accept additional invitations or participate in other activities during that time.
Synonyms
- Previous commitment
- Scheduled appointment
- Prior obligation
