prefer
verb (used with object), pre·ferred, pre·fer·ring.
Origin of prefer
Synonym study
Synonyms for prefer
Antonyms for prefer
Related Words for preferred
favored, approved, liked, sanctioned, selected, named, elected, taken, adopted, picked, culled, fancied, popular, well-likedExamples from the Web for preferred
Contemporary Examples of preferred
They preferred having an independent arbitrator in place to hear any and all appeals.
According to Swiss press reports, younger cats in the litter are the most tender and, as such, are the preferred cat cuts.
Silence was clearly the preferred strategy of Republican candidates up and down the ballot.
Clients supply transportation, lodging, and ingredients, including the preferred strain of ganja.
The poll was dismissed by Republicans—who preferred the more favorable results shown in Election Day exit polling.
Historical Examples of preferred
So we think, whatever you think: and whose thoughts are to be preferred?
Clarissa, Volume 1 (of 9)Samuel Richardson
Mash or chop the berries, as preferred, and add the sugar to them.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 5Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences
Any salad dressing that is preferred may be served with them.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 4Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences
She never lied about her age, but she preferred to forget it.
KMary Roberts Rinehart
Tenancy at a fixed rental is preferred, as less complicated and troublesome.
The Roof of FranceMatilda Betham-Edwards