Rather
/ˈɹɑːðə/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:9 ptsWWF:8 pts6 letters
Definition of Rather
adverb
- More quickly; sooner, earlier.
- Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than)
"I'd like this one rather than the other one."
- Used to introduce a contradiction; on the contrary.
"It wasn't supposed to be popular; rather, it was supposed to get the job done."
- Introducing a qualification or clarification; more precisely. (Now usually preceded by or.)
"I didn't want to leave. Or rather I did, just not alone."
- (degree) Somewhat, fairly.
"This melon is rather tasteless, especially compared to the one we had last time."
interjection
- An enthusiastic affirmation.
""Would you like some?" -- "Rather!""
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SYNONYMS
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ANTONYMS
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