predilection
/ˌpɹiː.dəˈlɛk.ʃn̩/
Group 11Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A preference or special liking for something GRE
Example in Context
The curator's predilection for abstract expressionism was evident in the gallery's permanent collection.
Synonyms
preferencefondnessliking
Etymology
Choosing something before others as a preference.
- pre- (Latin) — before
- dilectio (Latin) — to choose
Memory Aid
🥪Sounds like “pre-deli-ction”
If you have a PRE-DELICTION for sandwiches, you’ll always pick them over other foods — a sandwich PRE-SELECTED!
Visual Association
❤️A person joyfully surrounded by their favorite foods, smiling as they reach for a sandwich.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “predilection” mean on the GRE?
predilection (noun) means “A preference or special liking for something”. The curator's predilection for abstract expressionism was evident in the gallery's permanent collection.
How to remember “predilection” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “predilection” sounds like “pre-deli-ction”. If you have a PRE-DELICTION for sandwiches, you’ll always pick them over other foods — a sandwich PRE-SELECTED!
What are synonyms for “predilection”?
Common synonyms: preference, fondness, liking.