predilection

Predilection is a tendency towards something or a preference for something.

(noun)

An example of predilection is a preference for expensive and designer items.

See predilection in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a preconceived liking; partiality or preference (for)

Origin: Fr prédilection < ML predilectus, pp. of prediligere, to prefer < L prae-, before (see pre-) + diligere, to prefer (see )

See predilection in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A partiality or disposition in favor of something; a preference.

Origin:

Origin: French prédilection

Origin: , from Old French

Origin: , from Medieval Latin praedīlēctus

Origin: , past participle of praedīligere, to prefer

Origin: : Latin prae-, pre-

Origin: + Latin dīligere, to love; see diligent

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