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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: The novel 's unique storyline and compelling characters appealed to readers of all ages .
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to consult

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

Ex: Before starting the project , we should consult the project manager to clarify any uncertainties .
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to contest

to formally oppose or challenge a decision or a statement

Ex: They filed paperwork to contest the patent granted to their competitor .
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to disgust

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

Ex: The offensive language used by the comedian disgusted many audience members .
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to favor
to favor
[Verb]

to prefer someone or something to an alternative

Ex: We favor a collaborative approach to problem-solving in our team .
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favorite
favorite
[noun]

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

Ex: In the world of sports , soccer is often cited as a favorite among many enthusiasts .
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to go for
to go for
[Verb]

to choose something among other things

Ex: I 'll go for the salmon from the menu ; it 's my favorite dish .
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to shy away from

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

Ex: Despite her talent, she shies away from taking on leadership roles.
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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: Make up your mind soon, or we'll miss the early-bird price.
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to pick out

to choose among a group of people or things

Ex: They asked the children to pick out their favorite toys .
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to put up with

to tolerate something or someone unpleasant, often without complaining

Ex: Teachers put up with the complexities of virtual classrooms to ensure students ' education .
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to think over

to consider a matter carefully before reaching a decision

Ex: Let's think the options over before making a final decision.
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to [take] account of {sth}

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

Ex: The manager will take account of employee feedback before making changes.
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to turn to

to seek guidance, help, or advice from someone

Ex: During difficult times , people often turn to their friends for emotional support .
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would rather
would rather
[sentence]

used to express a preference for one option over another

Ex: Would you rather visit the beach or go hiking this weekend?
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decision maker

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

Ex: As a parent , you are often the decision maker for your children 's upbringing and education .
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dislike
dislike
[noun]

the feeling of not liking something or someone

Ex: There is a growing dislike for pollution in the community .
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preference

a tendency or predisposition to favor something over other options

Ex: His preference for morning workouts guided his schedule .
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resolution

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

Ex: He stuck to his resolution of reading one book per month .
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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: Developing a sophisticated taste in fashion often involves exploring different styles and understanding personal preferences .
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criteria
criteria
[noun]

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

Ex: The criteria for this research study include patient age and medical history .
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liking
liking
[noun]

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

Ex: My liking for gardening grew after spending time with my grandmother in her garden .
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tendency
tendency
[noun]

a mental disposition or attitude that favors one option over others

Ex: His tendency to procrastinate affects his work .
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alternatively

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If the weather is unfavorable for outdoor activities , you can alternatively explore indoor entertainment options .
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to please
to please
[Verb]

to make someone satisfied or happy

Ex: He pleases his parents by cleaning up the house before they return from their trip .
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instead
instead
[Adverb]

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

Ex: She decided to take the bus instead.
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to disrespect

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

Ex: He disrespected the ceremony by interrupting it .
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to die
to die
[Verb]

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

Ex: He 's dying to show off his new guitar skills .
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