noun

preferment

Preferment (noun) means Prior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product.

noun

Prior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product.

The fact of being pushed or advanced to a more favourable situation; furtherance, promotion (of a candidate, action, undertaking etc.).

Advancement to a higher position or office; promotion.

A position (especially in the Church of England) that provides profit or prestige.

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Etymology

From Middle English preferment, preferrement, prefferment; equivalent to prefer + -ment.

Rhymes for preferment

ferment interment betterment empowerment endangerment dismemberment

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of preferment?

"preferment" (noun) means prior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product.

What are the different meanings of preferment?

"preferment" has 3 main meanings: 1. Prior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product; 2. The fact of being pushed or advanced to a more favourable situation; furtherance, promotion (of a candidate, action, undertaking etc.); 3. Advancement to a higher position or office; promotion.