preferences

Meanings

• Noun

  A preference is a personal liking or choice.

  - "I have a preference for chocolate over vanilla ice cream."
  - "His preference for spicy food is well-known."

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Synonyms

forechoice

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Variants

List of all variants of preferences that leads to same result
preference , preferences , sexual preference , sexual preferences , veterans' preference , veterans' preferences

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin 'preferre' meaning to carry before or place before.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Did you know that people's preferences can change over time and can be influenced by various factors such as culture, social norms, and personal experiences?

2. Studies have shown that people tend to have stronger preferences for certain foods, music, and other things in their early childhood, which can shape their tastes for the rest of their lives.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Tastes: Preferences can be considered a subset of tastes, as they reflect individual preferences in various domains.

2. Preferences theory: A theory in economics that models how individuals make choices between alternatives based on their preferences.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Preferences play a significant role in various aspects of human life, including food, music, art, and relationships.

How to Memorize "preferences"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person making a choice between two options.
   - Imagine a scale tipping towards one option over another.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'preference' with the word 'choice'.
   - Think of the word 'preference' as a synonym for 'like' or 'favor'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym PREFER to remember the meaning: Personal REason For Each choice.

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