What does preferably mean?
Used to indicate that something is more desirable or acceptable if it happens or is done in a particular way. It is often used to express a preference for something to happen or be done in a certain way.
Example
"I would prefer to meet at 2 PM, but preferably at 3 PM if that suits you better."
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