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rather Definition and Meaning in English (rather definition)

adverb
Synonyms:quitefairlysomewhat
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Rather definition: Used to indicate a preference or an alternative choice, often implying 'instead of'.

Definitions of Rather

  1. 1adverb

    Used to indicate a preference or an alternative choice, often implying 'instead of'.

  2. 2adverb

    Used to express a degree or extent, meaning 'somewhat' or 'quite'.

  3. 3adverb

    Used to correct or qualify a previous statement, meaning 'more accurately' or 'more precisely'.

Example Sentences

casual

“I'd rather stay home than go out tonight.”

casual

“It's rather cold for this time of year.”

casual

“He's a painter, or rather, an artist.”

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Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

rather thancollocation

Instead of; in preference to.

would ratherexpression

To prefer to do something.

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Rather definition: Used to indicate a preference or an alternative choice, often implying 'instead of'.
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'Rather' translates to 'rather' in English. Rather definition: Used to indicate a preference or an alternative choice, often implying 'instead of'.
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