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PREFERRING Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word preferring. (exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word preferring. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PREFERRING

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choose
verbv
verb

• pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

• select as an alternative over another

• see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way

favor
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an act of gracious kindness

• an advantage to the benefit of someone or something

• an inclination to approve

• a feeling of favorable regard

• souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party

verb

• promote over another

• consider as the favorite

• treat gently or carefully

• bestow a privilege upon

favour
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a feeling of favorable regard

• an inclination to approve

• an advantage to the benefit of someone or something

• souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party

• an act of gracious kindness

verb

• treat gently or carefully

• bestow a privilege upon

• promote over another

• consider as the favorite

opt
verbv
verb

• select as an alternative over another

Best Hypernyms For PREFERRING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for preferring, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
advance elevate like pay promote raise upgrade
Phrases (1)
kick upstairs

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