prefer
/prɪˈfɜr/
verb
- To like or choose one thing over another; to favor something more.
- She prefers reading books over watching movies.
- Many people prefer to shop online rather than in stores.
- I prefer coffee to tea in the morning.
- To officially bring forward or present a charge or accusation (formal/legal).
- The victim preferred a complaint with the local authorities.
- The police decided to prefer charges against the suspect.
- The lawyer will prefer a motion to dismiss the case.