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Synonyms for preferential

Adjective

1. discriminatory, preferential, advantageous (vs. disadvantageous)
usage: manifesting partiality; "a discriminatory tax"; "preferential tariff rates"; "preferential treatment"; "a preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting"
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