Synonyms of preference

Noun


1. preference, penchant, predilection, taste, liking

usage: a strong liking; "my own preference is for good literature"; "the Irish have a penchant for blarney"

2. predilection, preference, orientation, predisposition

usage: a predisposition in favor of something; "a predilection for expensive cars"; "his sexual preferences"; "showed a Marxist orientation"

3. preference, druthers, option, alternative, choice

usage: the right or chance to choose; "given my druthers, I'd eat cake"

4. preference, advantage, vantage

usage: grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)

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Definition and meaning of preference (Dictionary)