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B2 Level Wordlist - Preference

Here you will learn some English words about preference, such as "appeal", "favor", "pick out", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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CEFR B2 Vocabulary
to appeal
to appeal
[Verb]

to attract or gain interest, approval, or admiration

Ex: His speech appealed to voters' desire for change and better opportunities. 
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to consult

to seek information or advice from someone, especially before making a decision or doing something

Ex: The lawyer consulted with her colleagues to prepare for the upcoming trial. 
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to contest

to formally oppose or challenge a decision or a statement

Ex: She plans to contest the election results in court. 
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to disgust

to make someone feel upset, shocked, and sometimes offended about something

Ex: His rude behavior towards the waiter disgusted everyone at the table. 
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to favor
to favor
[Verb]

to prefer someone or something to an alternative

Ex: I favor spending my weekends in nature rather than in the city. 
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favorite
favorite
[noun]

someone or something that one likes more among others of the same kind

Ex: Ice cream is my favorite dessert, especially the chocolate flavor. 
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to go for
to go for
[Verb]

to choose something among other things

Ex: She couldn't decide between the two dresses, so she went for the one with the floral pattern. 
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to shy away from

to avoid an activity, person, etc. because one is scared, unwilling, or not confident

Ex: He tends to shy away from public speaking due to his nervousness. 
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to [make] up {one's} mind

to come to a final decision or conclusion after considering different options or possibilities

Ex: I need a few more days before I make up my mind. 
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to pick out

to choose among a group of people or things

Ex: Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead. 
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to put up with

to tolerate something or someone unpleasant, often without complaining

Ex: Parents often put up with the messiness of young children for the joy they bring. 
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to think over

to consider a matter carefully before reaching a decision

Ex: I will think the job offer over during the weekend. 
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to [take] account of {sth}

to consider all the known facts and details before making a final decision

Ex: The design takes account of environmental concerns. 
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to turn to

to seek guidance, help, or advice from someone

Ex: She turned to her friend for advice on the difficult decision. 
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would rather
would rather
[sentence]

used to express a preference for one option over another

Ex: She would rather stay home and read a book than go out to a party. 
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decision maker

a person or thing responsible for making important choices or judgments, especially within an organization

Ex: As the CEO, she is the ultimate decision maker for the company's strategic direction. 
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dislike
dislike
[noun]

the feeling of not liking something or someone

Ex: She has a strong dislike for spicy foods. 
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preference

a tendency or predisposition to favor something over other options

Ex: He showed a preference for classical music. 
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resolution

a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration

Ex: She made a resolution to finish writing her novel by the end of the year. 
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taste
taste
[noun]

the ability to recognize something with good quality or high standard, especially in art, style, beauty, etc., based on personal preferences

Ex: Her taste in clothing reflects her keen eye for elegant and timeless fashion. 
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criteria
criteria
[noun]

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

Ex: The criteria for choosing the winner of the art contest are creativity and technique. 
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liking
liking
[noun]

a positive feeling or preference toward someone or something, based on personal enjoyment, attraction, or approval

Ex: I have a liking for spicy food because it excites my taste buds. 
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tendency
tendency
[noun]

a mental disposition or attitude that favors one option over others

Ex: There is a tendency to overestimate risks in new projects. 
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alternatively

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If you prefer not to drive, you can alternatively take the train to the city. 
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to please
to please
[Verb]

to make someone satisfied or happy

Ex: The musician pleases the crowd by playing her favorite song. 
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instead
instead
[Adverb]

as a replacement or equal in value, amount, etc.

Ex: I was going to go out for dinner, but I decided to cook at home instead. 
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to disrespect

to act toward someone or something in a way that shows lack of respect

Ex: She disrespected her teacher by talking back in class. 
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to die
to die
[Verb]

to have a strong longing or intense desire for something or someone

Ex: I'm dying for a cup of coffee right now. 
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