RATHER

/ˈɹɑːðə/ ► audio Scrabble 9 Words With Friends 8

Scrabble letter values: R1A1T1H4E1R1 = 9

Definition

  1. adverb on the contrary. — synonyms: instead
  2. adverb to some (great or small) extent. — synonyms: kind_of, kinda, sort_of
  3. adverb more readily or willingly. — synonyms: preferably, sooner
  4. 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”

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