RATHER
Scrabble letter values: R1A1T1H4E1R1 = 9
Definition
- adverb on the contrary. — synonyms: instead
- adverb to some (great or small) extent. — synonyms: kind_of, kinda, sort_of
- adverb more readily or willingly. — synonyms: preferably, sooner
- adverb to a degree (not used with a negative). — synonyms: quite
Examples
- “rather than disappoint the children, he did two quick tricks before he left”
- “he didn't call”
- “rather (or instead), he wrote her a letter”