nounπSharePrior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product."Because she had been a loyal customer for many years, Sarah was given preferment when the new phone was released, allowing her to purchase it before the general public. "rightbusinessfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe fact of being pushed or advanced to a more favourable situation; furtherance, promotion (of a candidate, action, undertaking etc.)."His relentless networking eventually paid off, leading to his preferment to the position of Senior Manager. "positionachievementjobbusinessorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAdvancement to a higher position or office; promotion."The teacher's diligent work earned her preferment to head of the department. "positionjobbusinessorganizationachievementChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA position (especially in the Church of England) that provides profit or prestige."He sought preferment within the Church, hoping a higher position would offer more influence and a better income. "religionpositionachievementjobtheologyorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe fact of preferring something; preference."The hiring manager's preferment of candidates with prior experience led to Sarah, who had just graduated, being overlooked. "attitudevaluebusinessjobachievementpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA mixture of flour, water and yeast that is allowed to ferment prior to another baking process"The baker checked the preferment, noting its bubbly texture, before adding it to the final dough for the sourdough bread. "foodsubstanceprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading