Demotion and Preference

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Demotion noun - The act or an instance of bringing to a lower grade or rank.

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Preference is an antonym for demotion.

Nearby Words: demote, demoted, demoting

Preference noun - A raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position.

Usage example: a long-sought preference to the position of naval commander

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Demotion is an antonym for preference in favorable treatment topic.

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