PREFERMENTS Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

preferments

noun

plural of preferment

as in promotions

a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position anticipated her preferment to a better-paying position within the company

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Promotion problems in the department Kennon also alleges department decisions about assignments and promotions ultimately left her unable to compete for a captain position.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2026
With steady promotions since, Rojas has always been among the youngest players in his league.

— Tim Britton, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

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