Word RATHER: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

rather

🇺🇸 [ˈrɑːðər]

Meanings

Used to indicate a preference for one option over another. Rather can also emphasize that something is somewhat true, suggesting a slight preference or tendency. It often introduces a more specific or less expected choice.

Examples

• I would rather stay home than go to the party.
• The movie was rather interesting but not captivating.
• He prefers tea rather than coffee in the morning.

Synonyms

preferably • somewhat • fairly

Antonyms

unwillingly • reluctantly • not at all