Preferred Meaning and Definition
Preferred
Pronunciation
/ˈprɛfərəd/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A preferred option or choice; something that is desired or sought after.
Examples
- The preferred candidate won the election.
- The hotel offered a preferred rate for customers who booked early.
Synonyms
- Favorite
- Chosen
Antonyms
- Unwanted
- Preferred
Etymology
The word “preferred” comes from the Old French word “preferer,” meaning “to value more highly,” which is derived from the Latin word “preferre,” meaning “to place before.”
Usage Notes
A preferred option is not necessarily the best or most desirable option, but rather the one that is chosen or preferred by someone or something.
Cultural References
The word “preferred” has been used in a variety of cultural references, including in the title of the hit TV show “preferred.”
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
A preferred method of communication is often used in idiomatic expressions, such as “preferred method of contact.”
Related Words or Phrases
Related words or phrases include “favorite,” “chosen,” and “opted for.”
Collocations
Collocations of “preferred” include “preferred option,” “preferred method,” and “preferred way.”
Frequency of Use
The word “preferred” is commonly used in everyday language, with a frequency of use of around 1.4 percent.
Common Misspellings
Common misspellings of “preferred” include “preferd,” “prefered,” and “preferid.”