prefer

Strong’s Dictionary of Greek Words:

Number:
4285 (find all occurrences in KJV Bible)
Greek:
προηγέομαι
Transliteration:
proegeomai
Phonic:
pro-ay-geh’-om-ahee
Meaning:
from 4253 and 2233; to lead the way for others, i.e. show deference
KJV Usage:
prefer