verb (third-person singular simple present of prefer; used in older English for expressing a preference or inclination) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

dislikes, rejects, avoids

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Example Sentences

Example:He dislikes broccoli and avoids eating it.

Definition:has a personal aversion or preference against something.

From dislikes

Example:She rejects the idea of traveling by bus and prefers to fly.

Definition:declines to accept or adopt something.

From rejects

Example:He avoids cold weather, preferring the warmth of a beach vacation.

Definition:tries to avoid or steer clear of something.

From avoids