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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Prefer
According to Merriam-Webster, "prefer" means to like something more than another thing, or to choose something rather than another.
Definitions
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "prefer" as to like something better than something else, or to choose to do one thing rather than another.
- The Oxford Dictionary states that "prefer" means to have a liking or taste for something, or to choose one thing rather than another.
Example Uses
- I prefer coffee to tea in the morning.
- She prefers to work independently rather than in a team.
- He prefers to spend his free time reading books rather than watching TV.
- They prefer to travel by train rather than by plane.
- The company prefers to hire candidates with prior experience.