GRE Word List

PENCHANT

a strong and continued inclination

The meaning of the word penchant is a strong and continued inclination.

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sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
descryto catch sight of
oustto remove from or dispossess of property or position by legal action, by force, or by the compulsion of necessity
dingydirty
turbidthick or opaque with or as if with roiled sediment
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
endueprovide
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety