Meaning & Definition of Prefer in English
English⟶
Prefer
/prəfər/
verb
1. Like better
- Value more highly
- "Some people prefer camping to staying in hotels"
- "We prefer sleeping outside"
synonym:
- prefer
2. Select as an alternative over another
- "I always choose the fish over the meat courses in this restaurant"
- "She opted for the job on the east coast"
synonym:
- choose,
- prefer,
- opt
3. Promote over another
- "He favors his second daughter"
synonym:
- prefer,
- favor,
- favour
4. Give preference to one creditor over another
synonym:
- prefer
Examples of using
I prefer to not talk about it.
I prefer to refrain from discussing religion.
"Do you prefer tea or coffee?" "Neither. I prefer milk".