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rather
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adverb
A1
UK /ˈɹɑː.ðə(ɹ)/ US /ˈɹæðɚ/
Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than)
Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary.
conjunctive
Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.)
conjunctive
Somewhat, quite; to an unexpected degree.
Example sentences
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That is rather unexpected.
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The shoes you are wearing look rather expensive.
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rather
An enthusiastic affirmation.
rather
A choice or a preference.
rather
To prefer; to prefer to.
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