Question

what is rather and explain it​

Answer 1

Answer:

rather adverb (PREFERENCE)

instead of; used especially when you prefer one thing to another: I think I'd like to stay at home this evening rather than go out. More examples.

Answer 2

Rather used to show that you prefer to have or do one thing more than another.

EX=The ending of the war is not a cause for celebration, but rather for regret that it ever happened.