rather
adverb/ˈræðər/
Frequency rank: #387 most common English word
Meaning
More willingly; used to show a preference.
Example sentence
I would rather go for a walk than stay inside all day.
Synonyms & related words
- preferably
- sooner
- instead
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More words in ranks 301–400
- shortMeasuring a small distance or length from end to end.
- stayTo remain in a place rather than leave.
- ageHow old a person or thing is.
- buyTo get something by paying money for it.
- dealAn agreement, especially in business, that benefits those involved.
- reasonA cause or explanation for something.
- redThe color of blood or of a ripe tomato.
- reportA spoken or written account giving information about something.
- soonIn a short time from now.
- thirdComing after the second in order or position.