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Rather
/ˈrɑːðə/
Used to indicate preference or to some extent; instead of or more precisely
Synonyms:
preferably
instead
somewhat
Antonyms:
reluctantly
unwillingly
hesitantly
Examples:
I would
rather
stay home.
That's
rather
an unusual color for a car.
Etymology:
Originating from Middle English
rather
, from Old English
hrēather
, meaning more quickly or readily, also related to Old Norse
hraðr
meaning quick.
Usage Statistics:
116 mentions per 1 million words
Very Often
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