preference

Speech parts

1. preference - Noun

2. preference - Verb

Meaning

The act of Preferring, or the state of being preferred; the setting of one thing before another; precedence; higher estimation; predilection; choice; also, the power or opportunity of choosing; as, to give him his preference.

That which is preferred; the object of choice or superior favor; as, which is your preference?

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

taste predilection choice selection option orientation bias disposition inclination liking leaning propensity fondness penchant favoritism
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Antonyms

bane malice loathing detestation responsibility decline
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Hypernyms

advantage alternative choice option liking predisposition

Hyponyms

wish weakness acquired taste

Phrases with the word

preference share consumer preference study non-normative sexual preference atypical sexual preference preference for the night not preference shares

Examples

I choose the likely man in preference to the rich man; I want a man without money rather than money without a man. Themistocles

When you're special to a cat, you're special indeed, she brings to you the gift of her preference of you, the sight of you, the sound of your voice, the touch of your hand. Lester B. Pearson

In science, read, by preference the newest works; in literature, the oldest. The classic literature is always modern. Edward Bulwer-Lytton

Some decent, regulated preeminence, some preference given to birth, is neither unnatural nor unjust nor impolite. Edmund Burke

Give me the ass that carries me in preference to the horse that throws me. Spanish Proverb

The prickly branches of the palm tree do not show preference even to friends. Ghana Proverb

Close letter words and terms

preferably preferans preferee preference for being alone preference for darkness preference for solitude