By Rather Than Meaning?

DEFINITIONS1. used for saying that one thing is preferred to another or happens instead of another.

What is the use of rather than?

We use rather than to give more importance to one thing when two alternatives or preferences are being compared: He wanted to be an actor rather than a comedian. Can we come over on Saturday rather than Friday? Rather than usually occurs between two things which are being compared.

How do you use rather?

The word rather, itself, is commonly used in English as an adverb to indicate preference, degree, or accuracy. I would rather not go. It's getting rather late. She sings rather well.

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