Synonyms of prefers

prefers

verb

present tense third-person singular of prefer

1

as in likes

to show partiality toward

I generally prefer chocolate ice cream over vanilla

Synonyms & Similar Words

• likes
• enjoys
• chooses
• favors
• wants
• picks
• leans (toward or towards)
• adores
• cares (for)
• relishes
• goes in for
• selects
• appreciates
• fancies
• craves
• desires
• admires
• covets
• takes
• is partial to
• digs
• delights (in)
• grooves (on)
• wishes (for)
• revels (in)
• tends (to)
• cherishes
• names
• handpicks
• singles (out)
• culls
• biases
• prejudices
• cottons (to)
• values
• inclines (toward)
• treasures
• prizes
• hankers (for or after)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dislikes
• hates
• refuses
• abhors
• loathes
• detests
• disfavors
• rejects
• declines
• mislikes
• abominates
• turns down
• discards
• throws away
• throws out
• jettisons

2

as in chooses

to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities

most buyers of that vehicle have preferred the model with four-wheel drive

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chooses
• selects
• picks
• takes
• elects
• names
• designates
• opts (for)
• tags
• handpicks
• cherry-picks
• culls
• singles (out)
• nominates
• adopts
• accepts
• appoints
• embraces
• taps
• espouses
• tabs
• marks
• preselects
• sets
• fixes
• settles (on or upon)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• refuses
• rejects
• declines
• disapproves
• turns down
• spurns
• repudiates
• discards
• negatives
• throws out
• throws away
• jettisons

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prefers

While our designers both agree that bare wooden stairs are a style and safety issue, Spalding prefers to incorporate the practicality of carpet on stairs with a thoughtful runner. — The Spruce, 30 July 2026

Colquitt prefers cosmetics with a slight red tint, which suggest a rosiness normally imparted by the blood in our capillaries. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026

Sankey prefers a 16-team postseason tournament or, at a minimum, wants more information related to revenues on eliminating conference championships to accommodate a larger CFP. — Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 28 July 2026

Someone who prefers Scotch might find a comfortable entry through Reposado. — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Celery prefers moist soil, while jalapeños like a dry environment. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 July 2026

You’re allowed to change your mind, even if someone prefers otherwise, Leo. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026

Adraina prefers her caffeine beverages on the sweet side as a latte, while Matt enjoys cold brew and drip. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Instead of using an accessory, Hawkins prefers shopping for ribbon at the craft store or on Amazon for a unique and customized look. — Ariana Yaptangco, InStyle, 21 July 2026