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Moderatepreference
The correct spelling is preference.
How to pronounce preference
/ˈpɹɛf(ə)ɹ(ə)ns/
nounIPA: /ˈpɹɛf(ə)ɹ(ə)ns/
Say it like: Pre-fer-ens-e
The correct spelling is preference. The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of") For example: "He has a preference for crisp wines."
Usage Examples
“He has a preference for crisp wines.”
“Can I keep my preferences when I upgrade to the new version of this application?”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of")
- 2.The option to so select, and the one selected.
- 3.The state of being preferred over others.
- 4.A strong liking or personal valuation.
- 5.A preferential bias; partiality; discrimination.
verb
- 1.To give preferential treatment to; to give a preference to.
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