linker (phrase) · neutral
Above all
/əˈbʌv ˈɔːl/a·BOVE ·ALL
used to introduce the most important point
Examples
“Above all, students need to feel safe at school.”
“The plan will save money, reduce pollution and, above all, improve public health.”
“Above all is used to highlight the top priority in a list of points.”
Band 8 sentence
“Above all, policymakers need to prioritise equitable funding so that every child benefits regardless of background.”
Collocations
- above all + clause
- above all, + clause (sentence starter)
Word family
Common mistakes
Above all things, we should...→Above all, we should...
Above all of the points, the most important is...→Above all, the most important point is...
Say it for a higher band
5especially→6most importantly→7+Above all
Synonyms
most importantly
Easily confused
Most importantly
“Most importantly, we must ensure equal access to education.”
Related words
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In Emphasis & conclusion
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