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preferred

Pronunciation: [/pɹɪˈfɝd/]

Word

Learn how to use preferred in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “choice”

(adjective) liked more than something else or chosen before other options. For example, if you had two desserts and you liked the chocolate one best, the chocolate dessert is your preferred choice.

Example

His preferred flavor of ice cream is vanilla.

Example

She didn't choose her preferred seat in the movie theater because it was already taken.

Example

What is your preferred color out of these three options?

Context: “choice”

(verb) to like or want something more than other options. It's like when you have a few favorite movies, but you always choose to watch your preferred one.

Example

She preferred to eat at the Italian restaurant because she loves pasta.

Example

He didn't prefer to wear his favorite shirt today; he chose a different one.

Example

Do you prefer coffee or tea in the morning?

How to pronounce preferred

Pronunciation: [/pɹɪˈfɝd/]

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