To prefer
Example: She prefers simple solutions over complex alternatives
Definition
"To prefer" means to like or choose one thing over another based on greater liking, priority, or suitability. For example, in the phrase 'She prefers simple solutions over complex alternatives,' it indicates a stronger liking for simple solutions compared to complex ones.
Etymology
The verb "to prefer" comes from the Latin 'praeferre,' which means 'to carry in front' or 'to place before.' It originally conveyed the idea of placing something ahead of something else in importance or choice. Did you know that this root is also the origin of 'preferable' and 'preference'?
Learn to use this word actively
"To prefer" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select English as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
