preferment
1. [ noun ] the act of preferring
Synonyms: recognition
Examples:

"the preferment went to the younger candidate"

Related terms: promotion prefer
2. [ noun ] (law,criminal law) the act of making accusations
Examples:

"preferment of charges"

Related terms: accusation
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