Synonyms of preferences

preferences

noun

plural of preference

1

as in favorites

a person or thing that is preferred over others

my preference is soul music

Synonyms & Similar Words

• favorites
• speeds
• pets
• darlings
• minions
• faves
• cups of tea
• treasures
• dears
• prizes
• sweethearts
• beloveds
• jewels

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abominations
• bugbears
• anathemas
• bêtes noires

2

as in likings

positive regard for something

a preference for cool weather

Synonyms & Similar Words

• likings
• appetites
• likes
• tastes
• enthusiasms
• cravings
• desires
• tendencies
• partialities
• uses
• thirsts
• interests
• passions
• fancies
• love affairs
• prejudices
• longings
• relishes
• loves
• favors
• shines
• biases
• weaknesses
• inclinations
• propensities
• teeth
• leanings
• palates
• yens
• gustoes
• bents

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dislikes
• hatreds
• aversions
• distastes
• loathings
• disgusts
• mislikes
• disfavors
• disinclinations
• indifferences
• apathies

3

as in options

the power, right, or opportunity to choose

he was promised his preference when the time came to repaint his bedroom

Synonyms & Similar Words

• options
• choices
• alternatives
• ways
• selections
• elections
• liberties
• discretions
• druthers
• picks
• volitions
• votes
• likings
• predilections
• determinations
• wills
• proclivities
• says
• inclinations
• tendencies
• propensities
• partialities
• voices
• free wills
• penchants
• judgments
• discernments
• perspicacities

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• forces
• obligations
• coercions
• duties
• duresses
• Hobson's choices

4

as in promotions

a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position

a long-sought preference to the position of naval commander

Synonyms & Similar Words

• promotions
• advancements
• ascents
• elevations
• creations
• rises
• upgrades
• preferments
• exaltations
• magnifications
• aggrandizements
• ennoblements
• glorifications

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reductions
• degradations
• demotions
• suspensions
• depositions
• downgrades
• discharges
• dismissals
• removals
• abasements
• expulsions
• impeachments
• comedowns
• falls
• overthrows
• downfalls
• ousters
• dethronements

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preferences

Leaders can build that knowledge through regular conversations, employee listening, recognition preferences, manager feedback and the data already available through recognition programs. — Candy Fernandez, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Subscribers can manage their advertising preferences and turn off behavioral ads at any time, Netflix says. — Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026

Unlike conventional site-selection methods that mainly assess technical factors, the new approach also considers zoning rules, historical sites, architectural value, local economic priorities, and community preferences. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026

In fact, servers in the restaurants remembered guest names and personal preferences, an impressive feat. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Simple items like cooking oil, seasonings and sauces, plus fresh fruit and vegetables empower families to prepare flavorful dishes that respect their culture and preferences. — Christine Franz, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2026

Choosing Between Whole and Low-Fat Milk Deciding between whole milk and low-fat milk may come down to caloric goals or taste preferences. — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2026

Bonnell appears to be treating software as another part of the motorcycle's suspension system and something that can be adjusted to suit the rider’s preferences, skill, and terrain. — New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026

In that conventional view, the International Style (a term MoMA introduced in 1932) proliferated as an instrument of the Cold War, adjusting to local preferences but always faithful to its Franco-German origins. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2026