Preferential
(adjective)
Relating to or involving preference, especially in the sense of being preferred, favored, or given priority over others.
Origin:
Derived from the word 'preference' which means 'the act or power of choosing or the choice made'.
Examples:
- The company offers preferential treatment to its loyal customers.
- She received a preferential rate on her hotel room due to her membership in the club.
- The government gives preferential tariffs to developing countries.
- The new law provides preferential treatment to minority-owned businesses.
- I always get preferential seating on the plane because of my frequent flyer status.