Index of English words, starting with "pr"

(1) - Preferable (a.) Worthy to be preferred or chosen before something else; more desirable; as, a preferable scheme.

(1) - Preferably (adv.) In preference; by choice.

(1) - Preference (n.) That which is preferred; the object of choice or superior favor; as, which is your preference?
(2) - Preference (n.) The act of Preferring, or the state of being preferred; the setting of one thing before another; precedence; higher estimation; predilection; choice; also, the power or opportunity of choosing; as, to give him his preference.

(1) - Preferential (a.) Giving, indicating, or having a preference or precedence; as, a preferential claim; preferential shares.