preferably
/ˈpɹɛf.ɹəˌbli/
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Meaning · English
In preference; by choice; in a preferable manner.
Adverb
Examples
The nondegerming system grinds corn, preferably white dent corn, into meal with little, if any, separation of germ.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “preferably” mean?
In preference; by choice; in a preferable manner.
Is “preferably” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.