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PREFERENCE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Preference.

How to pronounce preference:

Def 1 US

Preference - as a noun

A strong liking

Example: "My own preference is for good literature"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
penchant15predilection17taste5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
liking11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A predisposition in favor of something

Example: "A predilection for expensive cars"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
orientation11predilection17

The right or chance to choose

Example: "Given my druthers, i'd eat cake"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
druthers12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alternative14choice13option8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)

Preference - as a verb

To give preferential treatment to; to give a preference to.

Example Sentences

"I have a preference for tea over coffee."
"Her preference is to watch movies rather than read books."
"He expressed a clear preference for the blue dress."
"My preference is to work in a quiet environment."
"She has a strong preference for spicy food."
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Word Game Points

Is PREFERENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preference is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREFERENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PREFERENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preference is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREFERENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is PREFERENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preference is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREFERENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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