prefer
/priˈfər/ · pre.fur
verb
- to like or want something more than something else I prefer coffee over tea.
- to choose or select something as being the best or most suitable She prefers to use public transportation over driving a car.
noun
- a preference or liking for something Her preference for classical music is well-known.
adjective
- given or showing a preference for something The preferred candidate for the job was announced yesterday.
Did you know? The word 'prefer' has been used in English since the 14th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to encompass a range of senses, including both verb and noun forms.