Prefer Synonyms

40 prefer synonyms include like better, would rather (have), would sooner (have), favour, be more partial to, lean/incline towards, think preferable, and pick. Prefer is a verb, and its antonyms are dislike and reject. Here are some additional synonyms for "prefer" with example sentences.

Another word for Prefer

40 other ways to say prefer.

1. select

  • would sooner (have)  
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  • would rather (have)  
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  • wish  
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  • want
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  • vote for  
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  • think preferable  
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  • single out  
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  • select
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  • plump for  
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  • pick  
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  • opt for  
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  • like better  
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  • lean/incline towards  
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  • go for  
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  • favour  
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  • fancy
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  • elect  
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  • desire
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  • choose
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  • be more partial to  
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2. lodge

  • tender  
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  • submit  
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  • put forward  
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  • propose  
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  • proffer  
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  • press  
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  • present
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  • place
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  • offer
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  • lodge  
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  • lay  
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  • file  
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  • bring
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3. upgrade

  • upgrade  
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  • raise  
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  • promote
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  • move up  
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  • elevate  
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  • aggrandize  
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  • advance  
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Use prefer in a Sentence

I usually prefer reading over watching.

Most students prefer group projects today.

Some people prefer quiet moments.

They prefer pragmatic over theoretical methods.

Would you prefer morning or evening?