predilection, prepossession, prejudice, bias mean an attitude of mind that predisposes one to favor something. predilection implies a strong liking deriving from one's temperament or …

Add to word list a strong liking or preference: a predilection for spicy foods (Definition of predilection from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

A predilection is a preference for or bias toward something. If you have a predilection for wool clothing, you should take up knitting.

PREDILECTION definition: a tendency to think favorably of something in particular; partiality; preference. See examples of predilection used in a sentence.

Definition of predilection noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

These nouns denote a predisposition to favor someone or something particular: a predilection for classical composers; conservative leanings; a partiality for liberal-minded friends; a penchant …

predilection in American English (ˌpredlˈekʃən, ˌprid-) noun a tendency to think favorably of something in particular; partiality; preference