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predilection

pre·di·lec·tion

predilection

 
 
pronunciation:
pre d lek shn
features:
Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition: an inclination to favor something; partiality or preference.
She had always had a predilection for playing classical music and had little interest in jazz.
synonyms:
inclination, partiality, preference, propensity
antonyms:
aversion
similar words:
affinity, bent, favor, fondness, penchant, predisposition, proclivity, tendency, thing
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