Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preferable
adjective
/prɪˈfɜr.ə.bəl/
Definition
More desirable or suitable than something else.
Examples
- It is preferable to arrive early rather than late.
- A quiet environment is preferable for studying.
- She found a smaller, more manageable task preferable to a large project.
Meaning
The term ‘preferable’ indicates something that is more acceptable or favorable compared to an alternative.
Synonyms
- More desirable
- Better
- More suitable
- Favorable
- To be preferred
