Word: preferentially
Part of speech: Adverb
Syllables: pref
er
en
tial
ly
Definition: advantageously; in a manner affording benefit or advantage
Morphemes:
Affix: prefer
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To advance, promote (someone or something).
Etymology Compounds: Affix: prae-
Language: la
Decoded: prae-
Meaning: before”, in front
Affix: ferō
Language: la
Decoded: fero
Meaning: I carry”, “I bear
Affix: -ence
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Same as -ance; having the state or condition of.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -entia
Language: la
Decoded: -entia
Meaning: -entia
Affix: -ial
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forms an adjective from a noun.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ālis
Language: la
Decoded: -alis
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adjectives of relationship from nouns or numerals.
Affix: -ly
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adverbs from adjectives.