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preference

/ˈpɹɛf(ə)ɹ(ə)ns/

Meanings
  • Noun

    A feeling of liking or preference for one thing, person, or way of doing something over another.

  • Noun

    The power to choose between two or more possibilities.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈpɹɛf(ə)ɹ(ə)ns/



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Synonyms

forechoice
Rhymes
Words rhyming with preference
reverie , prefer , deference , refer , adore , explore
Variants
List of all variants of preference that leads to same result
preference , preferences , sexual preference , sexual preferences , veterans' preference , veterans' preferences , in preference to
Etymology
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From Old French préferer, from Latin praeferre ‘carry before, prefer’.


Trivia
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  1. Did you know that people have a preference for certain types of music based on their personality traits?

  2. Preference is not just limited to personal choices; it can also apply to professional choices, such as a preferred work schedule or preferred work environment.


Related Concepts
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  1. Choice: Preference is a type of choice where one selects one option over another based on personal liking or preference.

  2. Taste: Preference can also be related to taste, where individuals have a liking for certain flavors, foods, or experiences.


Culture
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Preference plays a significant role in various aspects of human life, including personal relationships, food choices, art, and fashion. It is a fundamental aspect of human nature and is often the subject of literature, art, and philosophy.

How to Memorize "preference"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person making a choice between two options, one that they prefer and one that they do not. Visualize the person smiling and feeling happy when they make the preferred choice.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'preference' with the word 'choice'. Remember that preference is a type of choice.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym PREFER to remember the meaning of preference: Personal, Reason, Evaluate, Favor, Enjoy, Repeat.


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