Synonyms for rather Found 7 synonyms across 4 meanings for “rather”. on the contrary (adv) instead to some (great or small) extent (adv) kinda more readily or willingly (adv) preferablysooner to a degree (not used with a negative) (adv) quite Explore Related Words Rhymes with ratherSynonyms for insteadSynonyms for kindaSynonyms for preferablySynonyms for soonerSynonyms for quite Synonym Finder | Rhyme Finder | Poetry Editor