preferential
Translation
preferential
Examples
She received preferential treatment.
She received preferential treatment.
The bank offers preferential rates to its best customers.
The bank offers preferential rates to its best customers.
Grammar Patterns
((preferential)) (noun) giving or showing an advantage to one over another She received preferential treatment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: favoured, privileged, special, advantageous
Etymology
From 'preference' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ial'. It describes something related to a preference.
Memory Tips
Think of 'preferential treatment' – getting treated better because someone 'prefers' you.