prime vs prize

prime and prize both are nouns.

prime and prize both are adjectives.

prime and prize both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
prime	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
prize	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

As adjectives, prime and prize are synonyms defined as:

prime and prize: of superior grade

Other synonyms of prime include choice, quality, select.

prime (noun)	prize (noun)
a natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself	something given as a token of victory
the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest	something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
the second canonical hour; about 6 a.m.	goods or money obtained illegally
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity

prime (adjective)	prize (adjective)
of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers	of superior grade
being at the best stage of development
of superior grade
used of the first or originating agent
first in rank or degree

prime (verb)	prize (verb)
insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing	regard highly; think much of
fill with priming liquid	to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
cover with a primer; apply a primer to	hold dear

Difference between prime and prize

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