Antonyms for druthers


Grammar : Noun
Spell : druhth -erz
Phonetic Transcription : ˈdrʌð ərz


Definition of druthers

Origin :
  • 1895, from jocular formation based on I'd ruther, American English dialectal form of I'd rather (used by Bret Harte as drathers, 1875).
  • As in inclination : noun tendency, bent
  • As in option : noun alternative
  • As in partiality : noun favoritism, fondness
  • As in penchant : noun fondness, inclination
  • As in pick : noun a chosen option, usually the choicest
  • As in predilection : noun inclination, preference toward something
  • As in predisposition : noun willingness, inclination
  • As in preference : noun first choice
  • As in proclivity : noun inclination, tendency
  • As in selection : noun preference from among choices
  • As in style : noun fashion, manner
  • As in taste : noun inclination, preference
  • As in urge : noun very strong desire
  • As in bent : noun inclination; talent
  • As in choice : noun power to select; selection
  • As in proneness : noun bent
  • As in affinity : noun liking or inclination toward something
  • As in disposition : noun personal temperament
  • As in alternative : noun possible choice
  • As in fancy : noun impulse, urge
  • As in hankering : noun strong desire
Example sentences :
  • An' she don' want to ma'hy him, if dey give her her druthers about hit.
  • Extract from : « Danny's Own Story » by Don Marquis

Synonyms for druthers

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