preference

noun
/ˈprɛf(ə)rəns/

Meaning

a greater liking for one alternative over another
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others

Example Sentences

She has a preference for tea over coffee.

She has a preference for classical music over pop music.

Example Expressions

personal preference

Synonyms

choice, liking, taste, inclination, option, selection, favor, predilection
Entry 1
choice, liking, taste, inclination, option
Entry 2
choice, selection, favor, predilection, inclination

Antonyms

dislike, aversion, indifference, rejection
Entry 1
dislike, aversion, indifference
Entry 2
aversion, dislike, rejection

Collocations

show preference, strong preference, personal preference, preference order, state preference
Entry 1
show preference, strong preference, personal preference, preference order
Entry 2
personal preference, strong preference, show preference, state preference

More Example Sentences

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Related Vocabularies

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