Simple meaning
What does Prefer mean?
Prefer means like one choice better.
Dictionary definition
To like one thing more than another.
Example sentences
Prefer in a sentence
easy
I prefer apples to bananas.
medium
Many students prefer studying in a quiet place.
hard
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Synonyms
Words like Prefer
chooseUse for selecting one option.
favorUse for liking one option more.
Antonyms
Opposite words
dislikeUse for not liking something.
rejectUse for refusing a choice.
Word family
Prefer word family
Base word
prefer
verb
prefer
Base form.
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