How to Use "Prefer" with Example Sentences

prefer (v): to like one thing better than another

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Used with verbs:

"They tend to prefer rainy weather."
(tend, seem, appear)

"I would prefer to go out tonight."
(would)

"I happen to prefer spicier foods."
(happen)

Used with adverbs:

"She usually prefers to go alone."
(usually, normally, always, often)

"I would greatly prefer a longer vacation."
(greatly, really, much)

"I certainly prefer warmer weather."
(certainly, definitely, generally, normally, typically, usually, personally)

"I just prefer to be alone."
(just, simply, still)

"He apparently prefers younger women."
(apparently, clearly, obviously)

Used with prepositions:

"I prefer to go swimming."
(to)

"I prefer oranges over pears."
(over)