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preferably | preferable |

Preferable is a derived term of preferably.



As an adverb preferably

is in preference; by choice; in a preferable manner.

As an adjective preferable is

better than some other option; preferred.

preferably

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In preference; by choice; in a preferable manner.

    • Synonyms

    * (l)

    References

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    preferable

    English

    Alternative forms

    * (archaic)

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Better than some other option; preferred.
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    • Derived terms

    * preferably