rather (Meaning)
rather (r)
on the contrary
to some (great or small) extent
more readily or willingly
to a degree (not used with a negative)
rather (a.)
Prior; earlier; former.
Earlier; sooner; before.
More readily or willingly; preferably.
On the other hand; to the contrary of what was said or suggested; instead.
Of two alternatives conceived of, this by preference to, or as more likely than, the other; somewhat.
More properly; more correctly speaking.
In some degree; somewhat; as, the day is rather warm; the house is rather damp.
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rather Sentence Examples
- The exact location of the ancient city remains a mystery.
- Scientists sought the exact cause of the disease outbreak.
- The seamstress measured the fabric exactly to ensure a perfect fit.
- The witness provided an exact description of the perpetrator.
- The recipe specifies the exact quantity of ingredients required.
- The navigation system guided the driver on the exact route.
- The surgeon performed the operation with the utmost precision, ensuring an exact outcome.
- The scientist conducted a series of experiments to determine the exact relationship between two variables.
- The historians argued over the exact date of the historical event.
- The police investigated the crime scene carefully to uncover the exact sequence of events.
FAQs About the word rather
on the contrary, to some (great or small) extent, more readily or willingly, to a degree (not used with a negative)Prior; earlier; former., Earlier; sooner; bef
willingly,preferably, soon, alternatively, instead, readily,either, first, optionally, voluntarily
unwillingly, reluctantly, reluctantly, unwillingly, involuntarily,involuntarily,forcibly, forcibly, willy-nilly,willy-nilly
The exact location of the ancient city remains a mystery.
Scientists sought the exact cause of the disease outbreak.
The seamstress measured the fabric exactly to ensure a perfect fit.
The witness provided an exact description of the perpetrator.
